User's Manual

ETF-RD-BKQ-02. Instructions for Use (Rev.0)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
5. Understanding Your Blood β-Ketone Test Results
█ Blood β-Ketone Results Interpretation
If your β-ketone result between 1.5 and 3.0 mmol/L may indicate development of a problem that could require
medical assistance. Follow your healthcare professional's instructions. If your β-ketone result is higher than 3.0
mmol/L, contact your healthcare professional promptly for assistance you may be at risk of diabetic ketoacidosis
(DKA).
NOTE: Consult with your healthcare professional for the blood β-ketone range that is appropriate for you.
Reference:
Rewers A. Current controversies in treatment and prevention of diabetic ketoacidosis. Adv Pediatr.
2010;57(1):247-267.
IMPORTANT
Do NOT leave the lancets in the lancing device after use, be sure to dispose of it according to instructions
from your healthcare professional. Do NOT reuse the lancet.
• If your test result does NOT match how you feel, call your physician or healthcare professional.
• NEVER ignore symptoms of high blood β-ketone.
• If you see “HI” displayed, your blood β-ketone level may be above 8.0 mmol/L, repeat the blood β-ketone test
using a new test strip. If the meter persists same results, contact your physician or healthcare professional.
• NEVER change any treatment without first consulting with your physician or a healthcare professional.
• Hematocrit is the percentage of red blood cells in the blood. Testing outside of the Hematocrit level range of
20~60% may cause inaccurate result. If you do NOT know your hematocrit level, consult with your healthcare
professional.
• This system is NOT for use on patients who are in shock or dehydrated.
• Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive individuals.
• This system is NOT for use on critically ill patients.