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CONTROL SOLUTION TESTING
3 Control solution testing
Control solution testing precautions
OneTouch Select
®
Plus Control Solution is used to check that
the meter and test strips are working together properly and that
the test is performing correctly. (Control solution is available
separately.)
NOTE:
• When you first open a new vial of control solution, record
the discard date on the vial label. Refer to the control
solution insert or vial label for instructions on determining
the discard date.
• Tightly close the cap on the control solution vial immediately
after use to avoid contamination or damage.
•
Do Not
open the test strip vial until you are ready to remove
a test strip and perform a test. Use the test strip
immediately
after removing it from the vial, especially in high humidity
environments.
• Control solution tests must be done at room temperature
(20-25°C). Make sure your meter, test strips and control
solutions are at room temperature before testing.
CAUTION:
•
Do Not
swallow or ingest control solution.
•
Do Not
apply control solution to the skin or eyes as it may
cause irritation.
•
Do Not
use control solution after the expiry date (printed on
the vial label) or the discard date, whichever comes first, or
your results may be inaccurate.
Do a control solution test
• If you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working
properly.
• If you have had repeated unexpected blood glucose results.
• If you drop or damage the meter.
