Operation Manual

COMPARING METER AND

LABORATORY RESULTS

OneTouch

UltraSmart

Meter test results and laboratory test

results are both expressed in plasma-equivalent units.

However, your meter result may differ somewhat from your

laboratory result due to normal variation. Meter results can be

affected by factors and conditions that do not affect laboratory

results in the same way. Your OneTouch

UltraSmart

Meter

glucose value should agree with a laboratory measurement

within ±20% most of the time under normal conditions. A

result within that range is considered accurate when testing

with the OneTouch

UltraSmart

Meter. However, results can

differ by more than ±20% in some situations. See the

OneTouch

Ultra

Test Strip package insert for typical accuracy

and precision data and for important information on

“Limitations of Procedure.”

To make an accurate comparison between meter and

laboratory results, follow these guidelines:

Before you go to the lab:

• Perform a control solution test to make sure the meter is

working properly.

• It is best to fast for at least eight hours before doing

comparison tests.

• Take your meter with you to the lab.