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2. Dose the Test Strip Discard the first 4 drops of
blood. Then immediately place
1 hanging drop of blood
directly onto the target area of
the test strip. Completely
cover the target area.
Do not touch the test strip. Do
not introduce air bubbles, move
the meter, or add more blood
during testing.
3. Record Result Record the result according to
your facility’s guidelines.
4. Dispose of Blood
Collection Items
After testing, discard the
needle, syringe, or butterfly,
and used test strip according
to infection control guidelines.
1. Collect the Venous Sample When the flashing test strip
appears on the meter’s
display, collect the venous
blood sample.
Do not perform venipuncture
until the flashing test strip
is displayed.
Using Venous Blood
You may use the CoaguChek XS Meter to test venous blood. Blood
may be collected directly using a butterfly or a needle and syringe.
Do not clean the syringe tip with alcohol or water prior to dosing
the test strip. Use only a plastic syringe free of anticoagulant. Do
not use glass. The syringe needle should be 23 gauge or larger. A
21 gauge or larger needle is recommended.
Note: Refer to the Preparing for a Test and Performing a Test sections of
this manual for fingerstick blood testing instructions.