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Preparing the Lancing Device
For fingertip sampling, adjust the depth penetration to reduce the discomfort. You
do not need the clear cap for fingertip sampling.
1. Unscrew the lancing device cover from the body of the lancing device. Insert a
VivaChek™ sterile lancet into the VivaChek™ lancing device and push it until
the lancet comes to a complete stop in the lancing device.
Note:
The VivaChek™ lancing device uses ONLY VivaChek™ sterile lancet.
2. Hold the lancet firmly in the lancing device and twist the safety tab of the lancet
until it loosens, then pull the safety tab off the lancet. Save the safety tab for
disposing used lancet.
3. Carefully screw the cover back onto the lancing device. Avoid contact with the
exposed needle. Make sure the cover is fully sealed on the lancing device.
4. Adjust the puncture depth by rotating the lancing device cover. There are a
total of 5 puncture depth settings. To reduce the discomfort, use the lowest
setting that still produces an adequate drop of blood.
