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CHECKING
NOTE: If opening the test strip vial for
the first time, write the discard date
(4 months from today) on the vial label
and perform a control solution test fol-
lowing the instructions below.
4. Shake the control solution vial. Apply 1
drop of control solution to the centre of
the pink test square.
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The first time you open the control
solution vial, write the discard date on
the label in the space provided. The
discard date for control solution is 3
months from the date you first open
the vial.
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Check expiration date and discard
date. Do not use the control solution
after these dates.
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If the entire white pad surrounding the
pink test square is soaked, you have
applied too much Glucose Control
Solution.
CAUTION: Applying too much control
solution may cause out–of–range results
and may make the meter dirty.
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