Obtaining Blood Sample From The Animal; Performing An Alphatrak Blood Glucose Test - Abbott AlphaTrak User Manual

Using the AlphaTRAK™ Lancet and obtaining a
blood sample from the animal
Consult a veterinary professional for a recommended sampling
method and instructions . There are many sites to obtain capillary
blood samples: the marginal ear vein in both cats and dogs; paw
pad in cats and dogs; leg callus, usually dogs; inner or outer lip,
dogs only .
To obtain a capillary sample:
1 . Make sure the sample site is clean and dry .
2 . Warming the area will help increase blood flow . This can be
done by applying a warm cloth to the sample site, or by gently
rubbing the area . If using a warm cloth, ensure the cloth is dry
as water may dilute the blood sample, or place the cloth inside
a plastic bag . Be sure the cloth is not so hot that it burns the
animal .
3 . Remove the round cover from the lancet and prick the
sampling area . (Optional: a thin layer of petroleum jelly may be
applied prior to lancing the site . This can help the blood form
into a droplet and avoid spilling into the hair . Optional: the
AlphaTRAK lancing device may be used to assist in obtaining
a blood sample . See instructions for use provided with the
AlphaTRAK lancing device .)
4 . For test instructions please see page 19 .
5 . Once the test has been completed, gently apply pressure to the
sample area with sterile gauze or a cotton ball/cotton wool to
help stop the blood flow .
If you accidentally prick yourself with a lancet, please follow
normal first aid procedures. If bleeding persists, please contact
your local healthcare professional.
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Performing an AlphaTRAK Blood Glucose Test

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Prepare the AlphaTRAK™ Meter
BEFORE TURNING THE METER ON,
insert a new test strip into the meter
until it stops . Press the "m" button to
power on the meter .
Note: If the test is not started within
two minutes, the meter will power off .
To restart the meter, press the "m"
button to power on the meter .
Setting the Test Strip Code
When the meter powers on, four display screens will appear in the
following order:
1. System Check 2. Date and Time
3. Code Number 4. Blood Drop and Test Strip Symbols
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