How do you use Contour Next control solution?

To use Contour Next control solution, you need to follow a specific procedure to ensure accurate results. This solution is used to check if your meter and test strips are working correctly. Here's how:

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Contour Next Control Solution

Here's a breakdown of how to use the Contour Next control solution:

1. Prepare a Clean Surface: Find a clean, dry, and non-absorbent surface. This could be a glass plate or a clean plastic surface. Avoid using paper towels or any material that will soak up the solution.

2. Apply the Control Solution: Squeeze a small drop of the Contour Next control solution onto the clean non-absorbent surface.

   • Important: Do not apply the control solution directly to your fingertip, or to the test strip from the bottle. This will not provide an accurate test.

3. Touch the Test Strip: Immediately touch the tip of a new Contour Next test strip to the drop of control solution you placed on the surface.

4. Wait for the Meter: Hold the tip of the test strip in the control solution drop until your Contour Next meter beeps. The beep indicates that the meter has taken the sample.

5. Compare Results: The meter will display a result. Compare this result to the acceptable range printed on the test strip vial. The result needs to fall within the acceptable range to indicate that the meter and test strips are working properly.

Why Use Control Solution?

Using the control solution helps ensure the accuracy of your meter and test strips. It's essential to perform a control test in the following situations:

• When you open a new vial of test strips.
• If you suspect your meter or test strips are not working correctly.
• If you dropped the meter.
• When you have repeatedly obtained unusual blood glucose test results.

Table Summary

Step	Action
1. Prepare Surface	Clean, non-absorbent surface
2. Apply Solution	Small drop of solution on surface. Do not apply to fingertip or strip from bottle.
3. Touch Test Strip	Tip of strip to control solution.
4. Wait	For the meter to beep.
5. Compare Result	Result with range printed on vial to determine if it falls into the acceptable range.

By following these steps, you can confidently use the Contour Next control solution to maintain the accuracy of your glucose monitoring system. Always check your Contour Next meter's user manual for detailed instructions specific to your device.