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Chapter 2: Control Testing
Why Run Control Tests?
Running a control test lets you know that your meter and test strips are working properly.
You should run a control test when:
About the Control Solutions
• You open a new box of test drums.
• You left the cap off the test drum container before using
the drum.
• You want to check the meter and test drum.
• Your test strips were stored in extreme temperatures or
humidity.
• You dropped the meter.
• The bottle symbol flashes on the meter display.
• Your test results do not agree with the way you feel.
• You want to make sure you are testing correctly.
• You can use ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue control solution.
This solution is a blue liquid.
• Your meter is designed to recognize the difference
between ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue control solution and
blood.
• The control solution can stain clothing. If you spill it,
wash your clothes with soap and water.
• Write the date you open the bottle on the bottle label. The
control solution must be discarded three months from the
date the bottle was opened (discard date) or at the “Use
By” date on the bottle label, whichever comes first.
• Do not use control solution that is past the “Use By” or
discard date.
• Gently squeeze the control solution bottle because the
solution comes out of the bottle very easily.
• Close the control solution bottle tightly after use.
• Store at 36 °F to 86 °F. Do not freeze.
• There are three levels of ACCU-CHEK Compact Blue
control solution – Low, Mid, and High. It is not necessary
to test with all three levels to confirm that your meter
and test strips are working properly.