User manual IBP GENTLY GOLD CARESS

[. . . ] Whenever your results fall below the minimum value, "LO" will appear on the monitor. Repeat the test with a new strip to confirm this measurement value is correct. This indicates a very low level of blood glucose or serious hypoglycaemia. The hypoglycaemia should be treated immediately and in accordance with the recommendations of your medical supervisor. [. . . ] TD 4322 test strips are designed for use with blood glucose monitor TD 4222. They are intended for measurement of blood glucose concentration by self-testing and are for both professional and home usage. Routine blood glucose tests using blood glucose monitor TD 4222 will provide both you and your doctor with accurate information about how your treatment programme is affecting your blood glucose level. Regular testing of your blood glucose level can also help keep your diabetes under control. Blood glucose management should always be carried out in consultation with your qualified medical specialist. To ensure your test strips function to the maximum possible efficiency, always observe the correct procedures for storage and handling. Important: Never use the test strips after the use-by date has expired. Use of test strips that have passed their use-by date may lead to inaccuracies in measurement values. To ensure your test strips remain in the best possible condition, note the following recommendations carefully: > After opening, write the use-by date for the test strip on the test strip container. 4 C 40 C Test strips are no longer fit for use 90 days after the date of opening. > Store the test strips in a dry, cool place away from heat between 39. Caution: For information on blood glucose measurement using other parts of the body, always consult your doctor beforehand. The monitor measures this current and displays the corresponding blood glucose level. The strength of current generated by the reaction depends on the amount of blood sugar in the blood sample. Restrictions: > Haematocrit: Haematocrit levels below 20 % or above 60 % can lead to incorrect results. Please consult your medical supervisor if you are not aware of your heamatocrit level. > Use with new-born children: The test strips should not be used for tests with new-born children. > Metabolites: Lowering agents such as uric acid and ascorbic acid that may occur in the expected blood concentration, acetaminophen, dopa, methyldopa, L-dopa or tolbutamid do not affect results. > Lipaemia effects: Heightened blood triglycerides up to 2000 mg/ml do not have any significant effect on results. Levels above this may affect the blood sugar however. > Never use iodine acetic acid or fluoride as preservatives for blood samples. > Use fresh capillary whole blood only. [. . . ] Take a blood sample for use with the test strip. Keep the drop of blood at the suction hole of the test strip until the confirmation window is filled with blood. After ten seconds, the test results will appear. From these you can determine your blood glucose level. [. . . ]