The dual meter is able to support testing for both ketones and blood sugar depending on the test strips used.
Please contact our POCT Support Staff for any issues encountered with the meter. All issues and corrective actions must be documented in the following:
Glucose test strips can be used up until the expiration date if the test strips are used and stored according to its storage and handling methods.
Issued every 3 months to all IQC solutions holders
Once opened, IQC solutions are stable for up to 90 days (3 months) or until the expiration date, whichever comes first.
Ketone strips are only supplied to preselected POCT sites that are directly involved in the management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
Ketone test strips can be used up until the expiration date if the test strips are used and stored according to its storage and handling methods.
Issued every 3 months to applicable POCT sites
Once opened, IQC solutions are stable for up to 90 days (3 months) or until the expiration date, whichever comes first.
Proficiency testing for glucose testing is performed quarterly. A reminder will be sent out to POCT link officers to participate when the time comes.