Contour Plus Strips 50 Count

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of the measured glucose values needed to fall within either ±0.83 mmol/L of the average measured values of the reference measurement procedure at glucose concentrations <5.55 mmol/L or within ±15% at glucose concentrations ≥5.55 mmol/L. 99% of individual glucose measured values need to fall within zones A and B of the Consensus Error Grid (CEG) for type 1 diabetes. 3 Meters are improving all the time. The CONTOUR ®NEXT ONE and CONTOUR ® PLUS BLUE when used with the CONTOUR ®DIABETES smartphone app can make a real difference to your glucose control. Both the CONTOUR ®NEXT ONE 1 and CONTOUR ®PLUS BLUE 2, 3 have remarkable accuracy and we have independent data to support this If you have more than one box of test strips, it’s a good idea to use the oldest one first, so they don’t expire. Second-Chance ® sampling allows 30 seconds to apply more blood to the same strip while still inserted which may help avoid re-lancing.

Some test strips, not so commonly used these days, do not require a meter. When blood is placed on the active part of the strip and then wiped off after a specified number of seconds, the reagent will change colour and the result can be obtained by matching the colour of against a colour chart on the side of the pot. Your doctor might offer you a cheaper alternative to CONTOUR ®NEXT ONE or CONTOUR ®PLUS BLUE. If they tell you that the cheaper meter is as good as your chosen meter, ask if it comes with all these features as standard: I arranged to meet with my GP to review my medication. I showed her the meter and my results and she agreed to switch my prescription. Having my prescription changed wasn’t as difficult as I initially thought it would be"In the UK, all people with type 1 diabetes, or otherwise on insulin, should qualify for test strips free on prescription. People with other types of diabetes, or on other treatments, may also be given test strips on prescription but this will be judged on an individual basis. How Long Do Blood Glucose Strips Last For? Sam, 37, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2 years ago. She wanted a meter that easy to use and help her manage her diabetes more effectively. Contour test strips will usually have a use by date on the strips or box they come in. After opening, blood glucose test strips will typically be good to use for another 3 to 6 months but refer to the box or information leaflet for advice specific to your brand of test strips.

Wu H-P et al. Performance of a New Algorithm for Sample Re-application During Blood Glucose Test Strip Underfill Conditions. Poster presented at the 15th Annual Canadian Diabetes Association, October 10–13, 2012, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It’s true that your local Primary Care organisation/Health Board/Clinical Commissioning group will have a list of preferred meters, referred to as a ‘formulary’. But formularies typically give guidance on when it may be appropriate to choose something else – rather than advising on which meter might be right for you. Within the UK, Contour Test Strips and other blood glucose test strips are available either free on prescription or can be bought from pharmacies or online. Acid Reflux Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it’s called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). These small disposable strips of plastic may look insignificant but they provide a very important role in helping people with diabetes to monitor and control their diabetes.When blood is placed onto the contour test strip, it reacts with a chemical called glucose oxidase producing gluconic acid from the glucose in the blood. At the other end of the test strip, the meter transfers a current to the test strip. The test strip has electric terminals which allow the meter to measure the current between the terminals. The Contour glucometer strips help in the regular monitoring of blood glucose levels for diabetic patients. It is less accurate than using a blood glucose meter but the test strips can often be cheaper. Where Can I Get Contour Test Strips? The clear smartCOLOUR™ target range indicator has three colours to show where the blood glucose level is within a personal target range Contour Test Strips and other blood glucose test strips (diabetes test strips) are a key component of blood glucose testing.

Fewer Strip Wastage: Second chance sampling allows you to add more blood when the first sample is not enough Using the CONTOUR ®PLUS BLUE meter was super easy and I have been using the CONTOUR ®DIABETES app on my phone to record all my readings. I showed my GP my readings in the CONTOUR ®DIABETES app on my phone so she could see how it was helping me to manage my diabetes better. To those wanting to change their test strips, I would encourage them to talk to their doctor and/or your practice nurse."Accuracy levels which, in independent tests, are proven to be closer to laboratory standards than most other meters – giving you added confidence and reassurance every time you test. Although there are accuracy guidelines in place for blood glucose meters (EN ISO 15197:2015) there is no requirement to have independent data to support the manufacturer's claims. As there are varying degrees of accuracy for meters available ask your GP for independent data to support the meter being offered to you. Like many patients, Sam didn’t face any objections when she asked her prescription to be changed. She showed her GP how her CONTOUR ®PLUS BLUE meter was making a difference to her health. International Organization for Standardization. In vitro diagnostic test systems - requirements for blood-glucose monitoring systems for self-testing in managing diabetes mellitus (ISO 15197). International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2013. I think I was successful in convincing them because I was determined to show that these testing strips help me to better manage my condition. My advise to others in the same situation is to do their research and make an appointment to see their practice diabetes nurse or GP.” Results from an analysis of the CONTOUR ®PLUS system demonstrated that 100% (198/198) of the results for samples with glucose concentrations <5.55 mmol/L were within ±10% of the YSI result and 99.5% (400/402) of the results for samples with glucose concentrations ≥5.55 mmol/L were within ±10% of the YSI result. 2