On the packaging, on the type plate of the meter and on the lancing
device you may encounter the following symbols shown below. They
have the following meanings:
Consult instructions for use
Caution (refer to accompanying documents). Please refer to
safety-related notes in the instructions for use accompany-
ing this instrument.
Store at
Use by / Expiry date
For single use only
Sterilized through irradiation
Manufacturer
Catalogue number
Lot number
IVD
For in vitro diagnostic use
Blood glucose meter: This product fulfils the requirements
0088
of Directive 98/79/EC on in vitro diagnostic medical
devices.
Lancing device and lancets: These products fulfil the
requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices.
AST cap: This product fulfils the requirements of
Directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices.
The explanation of any other symbols can be found in the instructions/
inserts, accompanying components within the packaging.
WARNING: Patients receiving peritoneal dialysis using solutions
containing Icodextrin (e.g. Extraneal, Icodial) should not use the
Accu-Chek Compact test strip. It could cause an overestimation
of glucose results.
Last update: 2008-07
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