Testing Conditions - Accu-Chek Compact Reference Manual

5.5

Testing conditions

To obtain reliable blood
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glucose test results,
ensure the following
conditions are met:
Temperature range
The test must be carried out
at a temperature between
plus 10°C and plus 40°C,
because chemical
reactions are affected
by temperature. If the
test is performed at a
temperature outside this
range, the test result
may be incorrect. At
ambient temperatures
outside this range, the
meter turns off auto-
matically, or error
messages or results
are displayed together
with the thermometer
symbol. Do not make
treatment decisions
based on such results.
They are for reference
only.
Humidity
Relative humidity must be below 85%. A sudden
change in temperature can cause moisture to
condense on or inside the meter. If this
happens, do not turn the meter on. Wait until
it is thoroughly dry again. Make sure that it
returns to room temperature slowly.
Electromagnetic fields
Very strong electromagnetic fields may affect the
meter's performance. Such electromagnetic fields
can occur in the open near transmitters (radio,
television, CB stations and poorly suppressed
electrical equipment). If this happens, the error
message "Err" is displayed. Move the meter to a
different location and repeat the test.
Interference
from electro-
magnetic
fields
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