Bayer HealthCare CONTOUR Blood Glucose Meter and Ascensia CONTOURTM Test Strips Blood Glucose Meter User Manual


 
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Your test result will au-
tomatically be stored in
the meter memory.
You can set your meter
to use special marker op-
tions (see pages 21–24).
To turn your meter off,
simply remove the test
strip. Carefully dispose
of the used test strip.
CAUTION
If your test result is below 50 mg/dL, above 250
mg/dL, or you see “LO” or “HI” on the meter dis-
play, call your physician or healthcare professional
immediately.
Do not change your medication based on
Ascensia CONTOUR blood glucose results without
the advice of your physician or healthcare
professional.
Expected Values: Blood glucose values will vary
depending on food intake, medication dosages, health,
stress or exercise. Consult your healthcare professional
for the target value that is appropriate for you. Standard
medical practice goals for a typical non-pregnant
individual with diabetes are:
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• Before a meal glucose: 90 to 130 mg/dL
• 2 hours after a meal: less than 180 mg/dL
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