Chapter 2: Control Testing; Why Run Control Tests; About The Control Solutions - Accu-Chek COMPACT PLUS Owner's Booklet

Chapter 2: Control Testing

Why Run Control Tests?

Running a control test lets you know that your meter and test strips are working properly.
You should run a control test when:
• You open a new box of test drums.
• You left the cap off the test drum container before using the
drum.
• You want to check the meter and test drum.
• Your test strips were stored in extreme temperatures or humidity.

About the Control Solutions

• You can use ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue control solution.
This solution is a blue liquid.
• Your meter is designed to recognize the difference between
ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue control solution and blood.
• The control solution can stain clothing. If you spill it,
wash your clothes with soap and water.
• Write the date you open the bottle on the bottle label. The
control solution must be discarded three months from the date
the bottle was opened (discard date) or at the "Use By" date on
the bottle label, whichever comes first.
• You dropped the meter.
• The bottle symbol flashes on the meter display.
• Your test results do not agree with the way you feel.
• You want to make sure you are testing correctly.
• Do not use control solution that is past the "Use By" or discard
date.
• Gently squeeze the control solution bottle because the
solution comes out of the bottle very easily.
• Close the control solution bottle tightly after use.
• Store at 36 °F to 86 °F (2 °C to 30 °C). Do not freeze.
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