Hello I am new to these devices. What exactly do I need? I see that there is a meter devices, strips and lancets. what are lancets for?
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The lancets are used to prick your finger to get the drop of blood that is then fed into the testing strip.
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Lancets are used to puncture the skin, so you will get a small amount of blood for the test strip
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Hello Martha, The Lancets fit into the blood extraction tool, they are the sharp point that is replaced periodically for protection against infection. You will need a Blood Glucose meter, Test strips (disposable) and Lancets (sharp pointy end for drawing blood). I suggest looking at the cost of the test strips comparatively because some are more expensive than others and that is what you will continue to purchase. If you test 3 times a day (or more in the beginning) that can be $3 to $1.50 per day depending on the strips. I like the contour USB because is creates reports and is cheaper on test strips. GOD BLESS! Hello Martha, The Lancets fit into the blood extraction tool, they are the sharp point that is replaced periodically for protection against infection. You will need a Blood Glucose meter, Test strips (disposable) and Lancets (sharp pointy end for drawing blood). I suggest looking at the cost of the test strips comparatively because some are more expensive than others and that is what you will continue to purchase. If you test 3 times a day (or more in the beginning) that can be $3 to $1.50 per day depending on the strips. I like the contour USB because is creates reports and is cheaper on... » Read More Hello Martha, The Lancets fit into the blood extraction tool, they are the sharp point that is replaced periodically for protection against infection. You will need a Blood Glucose meter, Test strips (disposable) and Lancets (sharp pointy end for drawing blood). I suggest looking at the cost of the test strips comparatively because some are more expensive than others and that is what you will continue to purchase. If you test 3 times a day (or more in the beginning) that can be $3 to $1.50 per day depending on the strips. I like the contour USB because is creates reports and is cheaper on test strips. GOD BLESS! « Show Less
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Lancets are to prick your finger for blood. If you are newly diagnosed with diabetes, check with your local hospital on diabetes education classes.
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I just received this kit. It included the meter,a case,lancet device with lances, 10 test strips and log book.
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My meter had nothing. No lancets, no strips, no alcohol pads. It did have the meter, instructions and a flimsy case.
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You need the lancets, test strips, and possibly the testing liquid which you have to get from the company.
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The system included the meter, about ten test strips and lancets. The lancets are hidden in the velcro pouch behind the zipper.
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You might want to contact the manufacturer of your meter as to the type of strip required. They work in my wife's meter, but she has the older style meter.
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I ordered the two I did by mistake. And no, I just looked,the device is not in there. Neither were any sample Lancets. In others that I have ordered the box has been complete. They give you a few Lancets so that you can get started but these last two were just the system. I will have to pay closer attention to what I am ordering the next time. I actually already had an extra box and now I have three. The systems last a long time though and it is not necessary to have but maybe one extra for an emergency. I hope this was helpful.
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Don't feel dumb. There are so many meters/strips it can be confusing. Onetouch Delica are the lancets used to prick the skin to get a drop of blood. The meter you have is either a Onetouch Ultra or Ultra mini. My meter is a Onetouch Ultra Mini and the testing strips you are asking about work great in my meter. You should be fine using these strips.
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No, just lancets. However, if you look around Amazon, some vendors sell a kit (sort of). Some companies sell the One Touch meter, the One Touch Delica devise, a few lancets and maybe 10 test strips. That's how I started with OneTouch. I got everything I needed to get started really inexpensively. Look around Amazon. You may find a good deal also.
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Unfortunately they are not compatible with the next meter, you must use the Next strips, Amazon also offers this item in its inventory...
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Mine did not come with one and I don't think that one was supposed to include one. I use mine to contain my medication that uses pen needles and so I also purchased the BD SAFE-CLIP NEEDLE CLIPPING AND STORAGE DEVICES--SET OF 2. They are ideal for pen needles and insulin syringes, but is NOT COMPATIBLE WITH LANCETS. It is small and compact to fit the case you just purchased, that I use everyday. I hope this info helps!!
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It will come with a mechanical lancet tool but only a few lancets. Buy an extra box of lancets, usually a 100 count. I would recommend always changing the lancet after each use not only for hygiene reasons but to ensure you get a clean reading. I use it for EMT uses and works well. Make sure you keep an eye on the test strips cause as soon as you open them they expire in 6 months and if you use expired ones they will give bad readings. Also be weary of extreme temperature changes can also effect the strips. Hope this answers your question Christin.
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My kit came with the soft clix lancet. It appears this supplier is rather loosey-goosey with what they stock and ship. Accu-check hasn't packaged the meter with the soft-clix in 3 generations of product, so I got some old stock. If you are dead set on getting the Fast clix don't buy this one. Go to your local pharmacy.
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Regular lancets and micro lancets will fit this device. They are widely available.
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Just the meter and the rest come in a special package and you have to pay separately for the strips and lancet
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My lancet device came with my meter (one touch ultra) and the one touch ultra lancets fit that device. I am sorry I can not help you further.
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The One Touch Ultra MINI is a diabetic meter that uses One Touch Ultra strips. These are lancets to be input into a lancing device. Which lancing device are you using? These are a universal fit but can only be used in a universal fit lancing device. Hope this helps!