Storage and Handling
Please review the following storage and handling instructions:
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Store the control solution at room temperature, 2-30°C (36-86°F).
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Do not refrigerate or freeze.
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If the control solution is cold, do not use until it has warmed to room
temperature.
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Use before the unopened expiration date that is shown on the bottle.
Note: The expiration date is printed in Year-Month format. 2014-01 means
January, 2014.
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Each bottle of control solution can be used for 6 months after you first
open it. Record the opened and the resulting expiration date on the bottle
label.
Control Solution Precautions
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For in vitro diagnostic use. The control solution is for testing only outside
the body. Do not swallow or inject.
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Shake well before using.
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Control solution tests are specified to be accurate only when tested
between 10 and 40°C (50-104°F).
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The control ranges shown on the test strip vial (or on the foil pouch) are
not recommended ranges for your blood glucose level. Your personal
blood glucose target ranges should be determined by your diabetes
healthcare professional.
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Do not touch the test strip with the tip of the control solution bottle.
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Use only the same brand of control solution that was provided with your
kit.
See the control solution insert for more details.
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