I don't know which model of blood glucose meter you are using
Take Wanfu EC-101 as an example
(Pictures from the Internet)
I. Instrument Parameter SettingPress and hold down the "S" button for 2 seconds in the power off state to enter the setting mode
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1 Time, date, year, month, set ?
Use the "M" key to select the correct time, and press the "S" key to confirm the selection.
2 ? There are two types of units for glucose test results
One is "mmol/mL", and the other is "M", and the other is "S". One is "mmol/L" and the other is "mg/dL". It is recommended to use "mmol/L" unit, which is used in most hospitals in China.
3 ? Glucose alert value, before and after meal alarm reminder settings
? It is recommended to set this setting to "OFF" to simplify the operation.
After all the options are set, press the "S" button to turn off the instrument automatically.
Second, the normal operation of the blood glucose meter
With most of the blood glucose meter operation is the same
1 check the calibration code is also called ID card, each bottle of test strips have a corresponding ID card to see whether the same.
2 Load the blood collection needle into the blood collection pen, screw on the safety cap of the blood collection needle
3 Sterilize your fingers and wait for them to evaporate naturally (it is recommended that you wash your fingers first, as grease stains or anything else will affect the test)
4 Insert the test paper into the glucose meter, and make sure that the ID card matches the value displayed on the meter
5 Adjust the scale of the pen (for those who have thicker skins, set the zigzagging deeper) and press your finger firmly to collect the blood. ) Press the finger to collect blood
6 Discard the first drop of blood with a cotton swab, and gently press to squeeze out the blood (the rounded drop shape is the most standard) to bring the tip of the glucose meter test strip close to the blood collection.
7 Wait for test results and collect medical waste (blood collection needles)
Blood collection needles must be properly disposed of after use, do not throw them away directly, and tie the safety cap of the blood collection needle again to prevent unnecessary injuries.
8 Check the test results, if you are a diabetic patient it is best to develop a good habit of recording the results in a timely manner (test time, before and after meals, test values, etc.)
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