User manual LIFESCAN FASTTAKE

[. . . ] COMPACT BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Owner's Booklet COMPACT BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM FastTake Owner's Booklet TEST SUMMARY This summary is intended only for quick reference and not as a substitute for the OneTouch® FastTake® Owner's Booklet. Touch a small drop of blood (1. 5 microlitres) to the TOP WHITE EDGE of the test strip. Hold the blood drop to the TOP WHITE EDGE of the test strip until blood has completely filled the confirmation window. Accurate results in just 15 seconds. (Example) ii Dear OneTouch® FastTake® System Owner: You have chosen one of the best blood glucose monitoring systems available today. [. . . ] Allow enough blood to form under the cap until you have a blood sample that is sufficient to fill the confirmation window of the test strip ( actual size). If you must massage the area to obtain more blood, do not squeeze the site excessively. Note: Blood is applied to the test strip in the same manner as described on page 26­27. However, you may find it more convenient to hold the forearm still and bring the meter and test strip to the blood sample. If you are having difficulty obtaining blood from the arm, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 800 227-8862. 25 Step-by-Step Test Procedure NOTE: You cannot perform a blood glucose test until you have set up the meter completely. STEP 1 Insert Test Strip. Insert This End Insert a test strip, contact bars end first and facing up, into the test port. (Contact bars must be inserted all the way into the meter or you may get an inaccurate test result. ) The meter will turn on automatically. All segments will appear briefly on the display followed by the date and time. If the code number on the display does not match the code number on the test strip vial, code the meter. STEP 2 Apply Sample. Obtain a small drop of blood using the OneTouch® UltraSoft TM Adjustable Blood Sampler. (See pages 22-25. ) The blood sample must be at least 1. 5 microlitres ( actual size) in volume or you may get an inaccurately low test result. 26 When the R symbol appears on the display, touch the drop of blood to the TOP WHITE EDGE of the test strip. Hold the blood drop to the TOP WHITE EDGE of the test strip until blood has completely filled the confirmation window (see illustrations). (If you do not apply a blood sample within two minutes, the meter will turn itself off. You must remove the test strip and insert it back into the meter to restart the test procedure. ) STEP 3 Accurate Results in Just 15 Seconds 1. 5 µL Sample Actual Size Your blood glucose test result will appear after the meter counts down from "D" to "A". Blood glucose test results are automatically stored in the meter memory. The OneTouch® FastTake® Meter provides accurate, plasma-calibrated test results that will be about 12% higher than results taken from non-plasma-calibrated meters. This makes it easier to compare your results directly with laboratory results. This helps you keep track of test results. Good Sample Sample Too Small Plasma-Calibrated Result (Example) 27 Used Lancet Disposal CAUTION: It is important to discard the used lancet carefully to avoid injury or illness. STEP 1 Remove the Blood Sampler Cap. Twist the cap counterclockwise. (Optional: Replace the protective disk on the used lancet by placing it on a hard surface and pushing the lancet tip into the disk. ) STEP 2 Eject the Lancet. Point the blood sampler down and away. Push forward on the ejection/cocking control and eject the lancet directly into a container for sharp objects. Replace the cap. 28 Special Messages The OneTouch® FastTake® Meter displays results between 20 to 600 mg/dL (1. 1 to 33. 3 mmol/L). If your test result is lower than 20 mg/dL (1. 1 mmol/L), "T" will appear on the meter display. You should immediately treat hypoglycemia as recommended by your healthcare professional. If your blood glucose test result is above 600 mg/dL (33. 3 mmol/L), "S" will appear on the meter display. [. . . ] If the problem persists, call LifeScan Customer Services at 1 800 227-8862. If the error message appears again, LifeScan Customer Services at 1 800 227-8862. Error message that indicates that there is a problem with the meter. Error message could be caused by a used test strip or indicates that the C button was depressed during insertion of the test strip, or a temporary or permanent electronics problem occurred. 49 MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS Error message that indicates that the blood sample was applied before R appeared on the display. Error message that indicates that there may be a problem with the test strip, e. g. , the test strip may have been damaged, moved, or removed during testing, or inserted improperly. ACTION Repeat the test with a new test strip. Check that the code number on the meter display matches the code number on the test strip vial. [. . . ]