Chapter 2: Control Testing; Why Run Control Tests - Accu-Chek Aviva Manual Del Usuario

Chapter 2: Control Testing

Why Run Control Tests

Running a control test lets you know that the meter and test strips are working
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properly. You should run a control test when:
• You open a new box of test strips
• You left the test strip container open or you think your test strips have been
damaged
• Your test strips were stored in extreme temperatures and/or humidity
• You want to check the meter and test strips
• You dropped the meter
• Your test result does not agree with how you feel
• You want to check if you are testing correctly