Important Information About Your Blood Glucose Monitoring System - Abbott FreeStyle InsuLinx Owner's Booklet

Important Information About Your Blood Glucose Monitoring System

CAUTION:
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Please read all the instructions provided in this Owner's Booklet and
practice the testing procedures before using the FreeStyle InsuLinx
system . Before setting up and using your meter, work with your health
care professional to determine which meter features are most appropriate
for you and your diabetes management .
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The meter and its accessories are for use by a single person . They must
not be used on more than one person including other family members
due to the risk of spreading infection . Do not use on multiple patients! All
parts of the meter and its accessories are considered biohazardous and
can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after performing the
cleaning and disinfection procedure .
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If the meter is being operated by a second person who is providing
testing assistance to the user, the meter and lancing device should be
disinfected prior to use by the second person .
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Not for use on patients who are dehydrated, hypotensive, in shock, or for
individuals in hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state, with or without ketosis .
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Critically ill patients should not be tested with a blood glucose meter .
WARNING: This system contains small parts that may be dangerous if swallowed .
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