Accu-Chek Compact Owner's Booklet

Chapter 2: Control Testing
Why Run Control Tests?
Control tests ensure that both the meter and the test strips are working properly and giving reliable results.
You should run a control test when:
• The meter is new.
• You open a new box of test strips.
• You leave the cap off the test drum vial before
using the drum.
• You want to check the performance of the meter
and test drum.
• You drop the meter.
• CTRL flashes in the meter display window.
• Your test results don’t agree with the way you feel.
• You want to make sure you’re performing tests
correctly.
About the Control Solution
• Make sure you use ACCU-CHEK Compact control
solution.*
• When you first open the bottle, write the date on
the label – the solution is good for three months
from that date or until the expiration date on the
bottle, whichever comes first.
• Never use control solution that has expired.
• Always close the control solution bottle tightly.
• Store at 36-86°F (2-30°C). Do not freeze.
*ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue control solution
may not be available in all countries.
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Accu-Chek Compact Specifications

General

Brand	Accu-Chek
Model	Compact
Category	Blood Glucose Meter
Language	English