Owner's Manual

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• It is recommended to discard the rst drop of blood as it might
contain tissue uid, which may aect the test result.
Alternative Site Testing
Important: There are limitations with AST (Alternative Site
Testing). Please consult your health care professional before
you perform AST.
What is AST?
Alternative site testing (AST) means that people use parts of
the body other than the ngertips to check their blood glucose
levels. This system allows you to test on the palm, the forearm or
the upper arm
parts (please see section “Alternative Site Testing” (AST) on how
to select the appropriate sites).
• Rub the puncture site for about 20 seconds before penetration.
Fingertip Testing
Press the lancing device’s tip rmly against the side of your
ngertip. Press the release button to prick your nger, then a
click indicates that the puncture is complete.
Blood from Sites Other Than the Fingertip
Press the lancing device’s tip rmly against the side of your
ngertip. Press the release button to prick your nger, then a
click indicates that the puncture is complete.
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Note:
• Choose a dierent spot each time you test. Repeated punctures at
the same spot may cause soreness and calluses.
• Please consult your health care professional before you begin AST.