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15. Pull off the depth adjustable cap. Without touching the used
disposable lancet, insert the lancet tip into the protective
cover.
16. Hold the release button in one hand (see picture 16, step 1)
and pull on the plunger with the other hand (see picture 16,
step 2) to safely eject the used disposable lancet.
17. Discard the used disposable lancet into an appropriate
puncture-proof or biohazard container.
18. Replace the depth adjustable cap after finishing the test.
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1
2
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CAUTION
- Do not apply your blood drop to the sample port on the strip until you see the " "
appear. The GE100 Blood Glucose Meter is performing an internal test and will
display " " and " " if you apply blood too soon. Please repeat the test with a
new GE100 Blood Glucose Test Strip.
- Record the opening date of a new GE100 Blood Glucose Test Strip vial. Discard the
vial of test strips 3 months after opening.
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Performing a Blood Glucose Test
Alternative site testing: palm or forearm blood sampling
- To do the alternative site testing, install the clear cap for your GE100 Lancing
Device. (For detailed information check the instruction manual for the GE Lancing
Device.)
- To increase the blood flow, massage the puncture area of your palm or forearm for a
few seconds.
- Immediately after massaging the puncture area, press and hold the lancing device
with the clear cap against your palm or forearm.
- Press the release button.
- Continue holding the lancing device against your palm or forearm and gradually
increase pressure for a few seconds until the blood sample size is sufficient. (DO
NOT test on the palm or forearm if you are testing for hypoglycemia (Low blood
glucose).
Pressing for
a few seconds
Releasing
button
Alternative Site Testing
Forearm
Palm
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