The Patient Test screen appears with messages prompting you to apply blood to the strip and then insert the test strip.

Applying Blood Sample to Test Strip

Obtain a drop of blood. Capillary blood can be obtained from puncturing the finger or heel using a lancing device. The puncture site should be cleaned and thoroughly dried before obtaining the sample. Follow your institution’s policy and procedure guidelines for blood collection.

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Lifescan SureStep Pro manual Applying Blood Sample to Test Strip