Abbott Freestyle PRT03831-xxx - Manual (Page 13)

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What are the key parts of my system?
Your FreeStyle Navigator system includes the following major parts:
A FreeStyle Navigator Sensor that you insert about 5 mm under your skin. Each inserted sensor is a.
intended to remain in place and provide a continuous glucose reading for up to 5 days. The sensor is
contained in the Sensor Delivery Unit.
A wireless FreeStyle Navigator Transmitter (Tx), a small electronic device that connects to the sensor
b.
and sends glucose values to the receiver once every minute.
A wireless FreeStyle Navigator Receiver (Rx) that captures and displays glucose measurements. With the
c.
press of a button, the receiver displays the glucose measurement taken from the sensor.
Note: The receiver also has a built-in FreeStyle Blood Glucose Meter that can be used for blood glucose
testing. The receiver should always be kept with you on a belt, in a pocket, or in a purse.
Sensor
Measures your glucose level.
Sensor Tip
Part of sensor inserted into your skin.
Locking Pin
Prevents accidental discharge;
must be removed before insertion.
Insertion Button
Pushes a tiny needle into the
skin to place the sensor tip just
under the surface of the skin.
Sensor Inserter
Inserts the sensor into
the skin. Must be disposed
after inserting the sensor.
Sensor Support Mount
Stays on your skin after sensor is inserted.
Holds the sensor in place. Attaches the
sensor to the transmitter.
Release Tabs
Releases the sensor inserter
from the sensor support mount.
Adhesive Protective Liner
Adhesive that is affixed to your skin.
Tabs
Guides
UP and DOWN Arrow Buttons
Used to move through lists to highlight
options and change numbers.
LEFT and RIGHT Option Buttons
Used to select options shown on the
screen. The RIGHT Option button also
turns the receiver on.
Display Screen
Displays glucose levels
and other information.
Test Strip Port
Where FreeStyle Test
Strips are inserted to
calibrate the receiver
or manually check
blood glucose levels.
Sensor
Delivery
Unit
Transmitter
Receiver
Receiver in Receiver Skin
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