Important Safety Instructions
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All parts of the system should be considered potentially infectious and are capable of transmitting blood-borne
pathogens between patients and healthcare professionals.
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The meter and lancing device are for single person use. Do NOT share them with anyone including other family
members!
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All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you
have performed cleaning and disinfection.
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Cleaning Solution and Disinfecting Solution: Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes (Clorox Professional Products Company. EPA
Reg. No. 67619-12).
Reference:
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“ FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting
Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication” (2010)https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/
ucm234889.htm
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“ CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Blood-borne
Pathogens” (2010) http://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.html
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“ CDC: Infection Prevention during Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Administration” (2010) https://www.cdc.gov/
injectionsafety/blood-glucose-monitoring.html
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