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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Blood Glucose Monitoring System...
  • Page 2 ® professionals monitor your blood glucose levels. This owner’s manual will help you learn how to use the Prodigy Preferred Meter effectively. Technical Support is available 24 hours/7 days a week by calling 1.800.243.2636.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Prodigy Owner’s Manual Meter Important Safety Instructions Read this before using your Prodigy Preferred Meter. The following basic safety precautions should always be taken. • Close supervision is necessary when the device is used by, on, or near children, handicapped persons or invalids.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................2 Important Health-Related Information .............. 4 About Alternate Site Testing (AST) ..............5 Introduction to the Prodigy Preferred Meter ............ 7 Intended Use ....................7 Test Principle ....................7 Contents of the Prodigy Preferred Meter ............

  • Page 5: Important Health-Related Information

    Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals or patients in shock. Inaccurate results may occur for individuals experiencing a hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state. Please refer to your test strip package insert for additional important information. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 6: About Alternate Site Testing (Ast)

    Alternate Site Testing (AST) means you can use parts of the body other than your fingertips to check your blood glucose levels. The Prodigy Preferred Meter allows you to test your palm, forearm, ® upper arm, calf or thigh. See Figure 1.
  • Page 7 You have reason to believe you have hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. v Your routine glucose results are often fluctuating. v You are pregnant. *To increase the accuracy when using AST, rub the puncture site before extracting blood. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 8: Introduction To The Prodigy Preferred

    (special chemicals) of the test strip. The electrical current changes with the amount of glucose in the blood sample. The Prodigy Preferred Meter measures the strength of the electrical current, calculates your blood glucose level and then displays your result in either mg/dL or mmol/L.

  • Page 9: Contents Of The Prodigy Preferred

    Owner’s Manual Meter Contents of the Prodigy Preferred Meter The Prodigy Preferred Meter is available as a meter only or as a ™ meter kit. Please check the “REF” number marked on the outside of the box to see if you have purchased a “Meter” or a “Meter Kit.”...

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Prodigy Preferred

    Turns the meter on or performs other functions described in this manual. Figure 2 Set Button Located in the battery compartment; used to set up the meter. Data Port Connects the interface cable to your computer. Figure 3 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 11: Meter Display

    Unit of Measure Appears with the test result to indicate what unit of measure the test result is displayed in. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 12: Key Functions Of The Test Strip

    Prodigy Owner’s Manual Meter Key Functions of the Test Strip The Prodigy Preferred Meter measures the amount of blood glucose (blood sugar) in whole blood. Blood is applied to the opening of the absorbent channel of the test strip and is automatically drawn into the test strip.

  • Page 13: Important Test Strip Information

    Warning: Keep the test strip vial away from children; the vial cap and the test strips can be a potential chocking hazard. Never chew or swallow a test strip. If this occurs, please seek medical assistance immediately. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 14: Set-Up Steps

    Prodigy Owner’s Manual Meter Set-Up Steps The Prodigy Preferred Meter has the date, time and unit of measurement presets. However, if you replace the battery, you should check and update the time and date. STEP 1: Insert the Battery Open the battery cover located on the backside of the meter. Insert one (1) 3 Volt CR2032 lithium battery.
  • Page 15 7, 14 and 28 days preceding the current date and time settings. When the date and time are changed, the 7, Figure 10 14 and 28-day averages may change. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 16 LCD screen to indicate that all memory has been deleted. Set-up is now completed. Press the “SET” button to turn off the meter. “OFF” is displayed before shut down. Figure 13 See Figure 13. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 17: Control Solution Testing

    • When you begin using a new vial of test strips. • When test strips are exposed to extreme environmental conditions. • If you drop the meter. • If you change the battery. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 18: Important Control Solution Test Information

    Prodigy Owner’s Manual Meter Important Control Solution Test Information • Use only Prodigy control solutions. ® • Check the expiration date on the control solution bottle. Do not use if expired. • Control Solution, meter and test strips should come to room temperature (68–77°F/20–25°C) before testing.

  • Page 19: Performing A Control Solution Test

    “ ” symbol will disappear. See Figure 15. Figure 15 Important: Be sure that you are in Control Solution Mode so that the test result will not be stored in the meter memory. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 20 • The meter will beep and begin to count down. See Figures 17 and 18. Caution: To avoid contaminating the control solution with the content of the test strip, DO NOT DIRECTLY APPLY CONTROL SOLUTION ONTO THE TEST STRIP. Figure 17 Figure 18 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
  • Page 21 If you continue to get out-of-range results, it means that the system or the control solution may not be working properly. DO NOT use the system to test your blood glucose level. If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact Technical Support at 1.800.243.2636. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 22: Blood Glucose Testing

    • Never share a lancet or the lancing device. • Always use a new, sterile lancet. • Lancets are for single use only. • Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt, or debris in or on the lancets and the Lancing Device. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 23: Getting A Blood Sample

    STEP 2: Select and Lance a Puncture Site • Fingertip Hold the Lancing Device firmly against the side of your finger. Press the release button. You will hear a click, indicating that the puncture is complete. See Figure 24. Figure 24 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 24 Please refer to the “About Alternate Site Testing (AST)” Section. Please consult your healthcare professional before obtaining blood from sites other than your fingertip. Caution: The Prodigy Preferred only requires a tiny sample of blood to perform a test. Choose a different spot each time you test.

  • Page 25: Performing A Blood Glucose Test

    If not, do not try to add more blood to the test strip. Discard the test strip and retest with a new one. If you have trouble filling the test strip, please contact Technical Support for assistance at 1.800.243.2636. Figure 29 Figure 28 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 26 Important: If you do not apply a blood sample within five (5) minutes, the meter will automatically turn off. You must remove the test strip and re-insert it again to turn on the meter and restart the test procedure. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 27: Using The Meter Memory

    Owner’s Manual Meter Using the Meter Memory The Prodigy Preferred stores the 120 most recent blood glucose test results with date and time in its memory. It also provides you with 7, 14 and 28 day averages of your blood glucose test results.
  • Page 28 14 days. See Figure 33. It, too, indicates how many blood glucose tests have been performed, e.g., 41 (41 tests in the last 14 days). The 28 day average shows the same information. Figure 33 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
  • Page 29 Press and hold the “M” button for three (3) seconds to turn off the meter. Important: If you do not press any button for one (1) minute, the meter will show “OFF” and turn off automatically. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 30: Viewing Results On A Personal Computer

    Figure 35 transmitted will include date and time. Remove the cable and the meter will automatically turn off. Important: While the meter is connected to the PC, it is unable to perform a blood glucose test. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 31: Caring For Your Prodigy Preferred

    Meter Caring for Your Prodigy Preferred Meter Maintenance The Prodigy Preferred does not require special maintenance. • Avoid getting dirt, dust, blood, control solution or water inside the meter through the test port or data port. • Store the meter, test strips and control solution in the carrying case after each use in a cool, dry place.

  • Page 32: Battery Replacement

    However, the date, time and units settings may need to be updated. Caution: As with all small objects, the battery should be kept away from small children. If the battery is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. Figure 40 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 33: System Troubleshooting

    “Lo” indicates hypoglycemia (low blood glucose). You should immediately consult your healthcare professional. “HI” appears when your result is above the measurement limit, which is higher than 600 mg/dL (33.3 mmol/L). You should immediately consult your healthcare professional. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 34: Error Messages

    (50°F–104° or 10°C–40°C). Action: Repeat the test after the meter and test strip are within the operation temperature range. What it means: System Error Action: Contact Technical Support at 1.800.243.2636 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Guide

    Repeat the test with a new test strip. Apply sample only when the “ ” automatic shut-off. (Two (2) minutes after symbol appears on the display. last user action). Defective meter. Please contact Technical Support at 1.800.243.2636 for assistance. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 36 (68–77°F/20–25°C) before testing. Test strip deterioration. Please repeat the test with a new test strip. Meter malfunction. Please contact Technical Support at 1.800.243.2636 for assistance. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 37: Information About Your Prodigy Preferred

    • Wash your hands before obtaining a blood sample. • Never use your meter with blood that has been collected in a gray top test tube. • Use fresh capillary blood only. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
  • Page 38 (severe dehydration) may also cause a meter result to be different from a laboratory result. References: 1) Surwit, R.S., and Feinglos, M.N.: Diabetes Forecast (1988), April, 49-51. 2) Sacks, D.B:“Carbohydrates.” Burtis,C.A, and Ashwood,E.R.(ed.),Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry. Philadelphia:W.B. Saunders Company (1994),959. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 39: Specifications

    Operating condition: 50°F–104°F (10°C –40°C), below 85% R.H. (non-condensing) Storage/Transportation condition: 39.2°F – 104°F (4°C – 30°C), below 85% R.H. Measurement Units: mg/dL or mmol/L Measurement Range: 20 – 600 mg/dL (1.1–33.3 mmol/L) *The specifications may be changed without prior notice. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 40: Performance Characteristics

    ±20% when glucose >75mg/dL • Precision: This study shows the CV (correlation variation) is less than 5%. • The device has certified to meet the following standards: 98/79/EC, IEC 60601-1, IEC 61010-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC61326, and ISO 15197 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...

  • Page 41: Expected Test Results

    Your Prodigy is designed to help you and your healthcare ® professionals manage your diabetes. You must always rely on your healthcare professional to interpret your test results and to decide how to treat your diabetes. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 42: Accuracy Of Meter Measurements

    ±15 mg/dL ( 0.83 mmol/L) of the results of the manufacturer’s measurement procedure at glucose concentrations <75 mg/dL (<4.2 mmol/L) and within ± 20% at glucose concentrations ≥ 75 mg/dL ( ≥ 4.2 mmol/L). Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
  • Page 43 This is the same for other manufacturer’s system. Because of the range of acceptable readings for the accuracy requirement, identical readings from two different meters on the same blood sample may not happen. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 44: Symbols Information

    Meter Symbols Information Symbol Referent Do not re-use. Single use only. Consult Operating Instructions. Keep away from sunlight. Keep dry. Temperature limitation. Use by. Date of manufacture. Batch code. Catalog number. Serial number. CONTROL Control. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
  • Page 45 Prodigy Meter Owner’s Manual Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...

  • Page 46: Prodigy Diabetes Care, Llc

    Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 9300 Harris Corners Parkway, Suite 450 Charlotte, North Carolina 28269 1.800.366.5901 • www.prodigymeter.com ©2009 Diagnostic Devices, Inc. Prodigy is a registered trademark of DDI. Prodigy Preferred is a ® ™ trademark of DDI. All rights reserved.

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