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Cleaning
involves the removal of visible dirt and debris, but does
not reduce the risk for transmission of infectious diseases.
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Disinfecting
(if performed properly) reduces the risk of transmitting
infectious diseases.
For more information
Health Canada advisory. Blood lancing devices for personal use
may transmit blood-borne viruses if used on more than one person.
Government of Canada; 3/25/09. http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/
recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2009/13372a-eng.php
Cleaning Your Meter
Supplies needed for cleaning:
• Clorox Healthcare Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes
containing 0.55% sodium hypochlorite (bleach).
• Paper towels.
CAUTION:
Do not allow cleaning solution to run into the meter
through open areas, such as around the buttons or the meter’s
test strip or data ports.
1.
Carefully clean the meter with germicidal wipes until all soil
is removed.
2.
Dry as necessary with a clean paper towel.
Disinfecting Your Meter
Supplies needed for disinfecting:
• Clorox Healthcare Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes
containing 0.55% sodium hypochlorite (bleach).
• Paper towels.
• Timing device.
1.
Before disinfecting, clean the meter as described in
Cleaning
Your Meter
.
For proper disinfection, you must keep all meter surfaces wet for
60 seconds.
2.
Using a new germicidal wipe, carefully wipe all outer surfaces of
your meter until wet.
Buttons
Test Strip Port
3.
After wiping for 60 seconds, use a clean paper towel to dry the
meter surfaces and the test strip port.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Lancing Device
Refer to the lancing device insert provided with your kit
for detailed instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the
lancing device.
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