Testing Getting the Blood

Shallow

Deep

Puncture

Puncture

Getting the Blood Drop:

Fingertip Testing — Use the gray endcap!

The depth of the puncture depends upon the adjustable endcap setting you choose and the amount

of pressure applied to the puncture site.You should determine which combination works best.

Press the gray endcap firmly against the puncture site and press the blue release button.

Wait a few seconds. Stroke your hand and finger towards the puncture site to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the puncture site (“milking”).

Test immediately after you have formed a blood drop (see page 12).

Drop

IMPORTANT: Fingertip Testing Should Be Done:

•If you think your blood glucose is low (hypoglycemia).

•When blood glucose is changing rapidly (after a meal, insulin dose or exercise).

•If you have hypoglycemic unawareness (lack of symptoms).

•If you get alternative site blood glucose results that do not agree with how you feel.

•If you will be driving a car or operating machinery.

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CONTOUR Blood Glucose Meter and Ascensia CONTOURTM Test Strips specifications

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One of the main features of the CONTOUR Blood Glucose Meter is its simplicity. The device has a user-friendly interface that guides users through the testing process. With a large, easy-to-read display, results are presented clearly, enabling quick interpretation. The meter is compact and lightweight, making it convenient for on-the-go testing.

An important technological advancement in the CONTOUR Blood Glucose Meter is its advanced multi-pulse technology. This feature allows for more accurate readings by taking multiple measurements during a single test. This ensures that fluctuations in blood glucose levels are captured more effectively, delivering a precise result that the user can rely on.

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