Lifescan blood glucose monitoring system manual Get a Drop of Blood

Step 3: Get a Drop of Blood.

Wash your hands with soap and warm water and dry them thor- oughly. Warm water stimulates blood flow to the fingers. Hang your arm down for 10–15 seconds before you stick your finger. If you use alcohol to clean your finger, make sure you let it dry.

To avoid soreness, choose a site on the side of your fingertips. To avoid calluses, choose a different spot each time you test.

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