Abbott Precision XceedPro Operator's Manual page 15

Patient Test
This chapter describes the steps to be taken to test patient blood glucose levels in fresh whole blood using the
Precision Xceed Pro System. Inside each box of test strips is a package insert with detailed instructions for use.
Operating Guidelines for All Samples
Please follow the recommended guidelines for the most accurate results:
• Always wear gloves and follow your facility's biohazard safety policies and procedures when performing
tests involving patient blood samples.
• Make sure that the monitor and test strips are at room temperature. If the monitor is moved to an area that
is warmer or cooler than where it was before, allow the monitor to reach the new room temperature before
testing.
• Use only control solutions specified in the test strip package insert to verify the performance of the Precision
Xceed Pro Monitor.
• Use only Precision PCx Plus Test Strips with the Precision Xceed Pro Monitor.
• Refer to the package insert for specific directions on storage and use of the test strips.
• Do not use the test strips beyond the expiry date printed on the foil packet and outer box.
• Do not use the test strip if the foil packet has a puncture or tear.
• Do not use test strips that are wet, bent, scratched or damaged. Use the test strip immediately after opening
its foil packet.
• Use each test strip only once.
• Do not scan a test strip packet's barcode and then use a test strip from a different packet. This may cause
inaccurate results.
• Apply a drop of blood to the target area at the end of the test strip. Allow the entire target area to fill with
blood. The test results will not be affected if the target area has been briefly touched with the patient's finger,
a capillary tube, syringe, or pipette.
• If the test fails to start, apply a second drop of blood to the test strip. Refer to the test strip package insert for
the number of seconds you have to apply a second drop. If the countdown still does not start, or if the time to
apply a second drop has passed, discard the test strip and repeat the test.
• After the blood is applied to the test strip and the test countdown begins, do not remove or disturb the
test strip.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow blood or other solution to run down the test strip into the monitor's test strip port,
Questions? Refer to Page 10-9 For Technical Support Instructions.
as it may cause irreparable damage to the monitor.
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Chapter 3: Patient Test