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FACTORS THAT AFFECT Bayer’s blood glucose meters and test strips deliver accurate results you can rely on, but what other factors affect the accuracy of your test results? Consider these factors when performing your next blood glucose test: SKIN CLEANLINESS Before pricking your skin, thoroughly wash your hands and the testing site with soap and water. DAMAGED OR EXPIRED TEST STRIPS Never use defective or expired test strips. Store your strips in a sealed container away from heat, moisture and humidity. IMPROPER CODING Some meters require coding for each package of test strips. Make sure the code on your meter matches the code on your test strip container. Bayer’s blood glucose meters feature No Coding™ technology, so there are fewer steps and no chance of inaccurate results due to miscoding. TESTING SITE Blood samples from sites other than your fingertips aren’t as accurate when your blood sugar level is rising or falling quickly. If you’re using an alternate test site and you think your reading is incorrect, test again with blood from your fingertip. EXTREME TEMPERATURES Your blood glucose meter and test strips should be kept at room temperature and out of direct sunlight. Source:Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/blood-glucose-monitors/AN02037 |
CONTOUR® Save up to $35** today on Bayer test strips and get savings on up to 12 refills throughout the year with Bayer’s Go to www.contourchoice.com for details. SAVE $5 ON Pick up Bayer’s CONTOUR® USB meter, the first blood glucose meter with built-in USB connectivity, for just *Limitations and restrictions apply. SAVE $7 ON A1CNOW® Now, you can check your A1C at home *Limitations and restrictions apply. |
**Patient pays the first $15 in co-pays and can receive savings up to $35 per month using the Contour CHOICE card. Savings vary by state and health plan. Not valid in the states of Massachusetts and Vermont or for patients with prescription benefits covered by federal and/or state government programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid). This card is valid towards out-of-pocket expenses only and void where prohibited by law. Card is valid for up to 12 months of refills or until 6/30/2013, whichever occurs first. Limit one (1) savings card per patient for use across select Bayer HealthCare diabetes supplies. Bayer reserves the right to cancel this program at any time without notice. Offer expires 6/30/2013. |