GETTING STARTED
IMPORTANT TEST STRIP INFORMATION
■ONE TOUCH® Test Strips can be damaged by heat and light. Keep them sealed in the original vial and store in a cool, dry place below 30˚C (86˚F). Do not refriger- ate. Do not place in direct heat or sunlight.
■ONE TOUCH Test Strips are intended for use with fresh whole blood or
ONE TOUCH® Control Solution. Do not use them with plasma or serum samples. Results will not be accurate.
■Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date on the vial.
■When you open a new vial of test strips, record the discard date on the vial. Discard unused test strips four months after first opening the vial.
■Do not use test strips that are bent, torn, cut, or changed in any way.
■Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial; replace the vial cap and close it tightly.
■Never transfer test strips to a new vial or any other container. Do not carry unwrapped test strips in your meter case.
■Do not use bleach (or products containing bleach) near the test strips.
■For reliable results, use only test strips made by LifeScan.
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