32TESTING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS
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Getting a fingertip blood sample
The InDuo™ System requires a very small blood drop to perform a test. You may obtain it from a fingertip or arm. (See pages 33 to 35 for information on obtaining a blood sample from the arm). Choose a different puncture site each time you test. Repeated punctures in the same spot may cause soreness and calluses.
Position the sampler
•Hold the OneTouch® UltraSoft™ Blood Sampler firmly against the side of your finger.
•Press the release button g.
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size ] to fill the confirmation window or you may get an Æ message (see page 77) or possibly an inaccurate test result. Do not smear the blood sample. Proceed with your blood glucose test.