Tips for checking blood glucose in home with glucose monitoring devices

·         follow the user instructions about sample size. Repeat the test if you have any doubt that enough blood was added.

·         insert the test strip completely into the meter guides.

·         keep the meter clean.

·         check the test strip package to make sure the strips are compatible with your meter.

·         check the expiration date on the test strips.

·         enter the correct calibration code from the outside of the strip bottle each time you run a test (if applicable).

·         run quality control as directed.

·         check the results from your meter against laboratory results as often as possible.

source: US FDA