Blood Sugar Testing; Gathering Supplies; Testing Conditions - Accu-Chek Compact User Manual

Blood Sugar Testing

Gathering Supplies

To begin testing, you will need the following items:
• Accu-Chek Compact ™ Meter
• Accu-Chek Compact ™ Test Drum
• Lancet
• Lancet Device (optional)
• Cotton Balls (optional)
• Alcohol Wipes (optional)
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Testing Conditions

To obtain reliable blood sugar results, ensure the follow-
ing conditions are met:
Temperature range
The test must be carried out at a temperature between
+50° F and +104° F (+10° C and +40° C) because all
chemical reactions are affected by temperature. If the
test is performed at a temperature outside this range,
the result may be incorrect. Do not make treatment
decisions based on such results. At ambient tempera-
tures outside this range, the meter turns off automatical-
ly or error messages or values are displayed together
with the thermometer symbol. (See page 94.) Do not
artificially heat or cool the meter.
Humidity
Relative humidity must be below 85%. A sudden change
in temperature can cause moisture to condense on or
inside the meter. If this happens, do not turn the meter
on. Wait until it is thoroughly dry again. Make sure that
the meter returns to room temperature slowly.
Electromagnetic fields
Very strong electromagnetic fields may affect the meter's
performance. Such electromagnetic fields can occur in
the open near transmitters (CB radio, radio, television)
in the household near electrical equipment (microwave
ovens, poorly suppressed electrical equipment), and par-
ticularly near mobile phones. If this happens, the error
message "Err" is displayed. Move to a different location
and repeat the test.
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