I put the blood drop at the tip, sides &amp; all over the testing area; it still displayed E-2. Tried 6 times with varying amounts of blood. Whats wrong?
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Did you try a new strip after you got the error message? The strips don't require much, but they do require some degree of accuracy, and they do not give second chances. If you tried a new strip, allowing the strip to wick the blood up into the testing area, and still got an error, you might need to recalibrate the tester.
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Mandy, If you are using the machine correctly as stated in the other responses, you had better go see your doctor immediately. There may be a problem with the machine, but I doubt it. Blood pressure over 219 is a very serious medical problem. The doctor will be able to figure out what the problem really is and help you get it corrected.
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you can use the usual alternate test sites, heel of hand, forearm, etc. I prefer the forearm just above the wrist, no pain, and just as accurate as fingers, after comparing for 2yrs. :) this meter uses a small enough blood sample that the smaller drops you get when pricking the forearm work just fine.
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Also included in the kit should be the lancing device, into which you insert the lancet. This pierces the skin. A small drop of blood comes to the skin and then you gently touch it with the test strip, which you have already placed in the strip meter. Your count will show up on the strip meter within a few seconds.
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Yes, it does. I got another blood tester. It's TrueResult. I like it better. I don't have to insert a code of strips every time starting new strips because it is code less. Natalya
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Yes, it does. I got another blood tester. It's TrueResult. I like it better. I don't have to insert a code of strips every time starting new strips because it is code less.Natalya
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My meter worked fine for the GU and uric acid with the old style test strips which have the blood intake at the end of the strip. However, when I used it with the new style test strips with the blood intake on the side it seems to be reading low for the uric acid test. I have not tried the new GU strips. I have tried to get the control solutions to verify the meter but no one seems to sell them. You should not need the control solutions to get readings. You do need to put the correct chip in the chip slot for what ever test you are making. If you are not getting any readings you should probably return the meter. I am also concerned it may not work correctly with the new style strips. Sincerely, Frank Huling
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I'm a cancer patient and also I have a serius Mitral Valve damage for many years,the iximeter is a very important tool to know my readings ,pulse rate,oxigen etc. I check my with the one my oncologist use at his office and show 100% accurated. Now 10 days ago my heart bits start again up and down to fast,so I decired to buy a new blood pressure equipment a lot more accurated so I take my blood pressure on my left arm and use my oximeter on my right hand (never use both on the same arm),and was exactly on both the oximeter and on the blood pressure reading. The most I like is when the numbers are in a level not right the oximeter star beeping higher and higher so alert you to paid attention and report to your doctor ASAP. A very good friend ask me the same and I told him please try he have the same problem but not related with a Mitral valve problem,I was in a 6 weeks period at 3 diferent hospital by rescue in a life treathning,and my cardiologist told me he feel more confortable because I have this very professional oximeter. But the most important check with your cardiologist and his/her decision will be the best for you. I'm very happen and after I have it I can control my heart bit and keep my doctor aware minute by minute. Hopefully my answer help you. Good luck! God Bless you and your family. Ramon,Hialeah,Fl.
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I CHECK my blood with a human glucometer. I also check my dog's blood with a dog monitor. All I can tell you is that I need much less blood for testing the dog. I need much more for testing me. But I still have trouble in testing the dog, since I don't always get blood with a single puncture. May have to try a few times.
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I always get a strip out, prick my finger with the lancet, then stick the strip in the meter. Just be sure to wait until the meter asks for a blood sample.
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Hi Alexandra-When you pull the test strip out of the package just dip it into the cup for 3 seconds. The stick should be turning a light purple color. If you have 2 lines it means its positive. If you have one line then it is negative. You said you had no lines so that means the test was inconclusive. I would try again. You might have gotten a bad stick. As for the cups, I just bought a pack of 100 cheap disposable cups for $15-$18. I hope this helps & if you have any other questions just let me know.
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It looks suspiciously like a decimal point is moved for some reason. I am not a Dr. but I'd wonder if 161/109 were valid reading (not one that you want, I'm only guessing at the concidence.
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I would definitely check the number on the vial with the numbers I posted in my review. I have read similar things to what you just mentioned as well.
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I misplaced mine for a day so I picked up another one (since it is cheap) and when I found the first one I compared the 2 and found a 28 point difference between them from the same blood drop on 2 different test strips (meaning I lanced once and some of the blood went to one strip and then put the other strip to the same lance location.)
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I am back again, this is Loretta. I just read another post that said it was to be used every month or so. I will try to find the directions and get back to you. Just cked the directions. Apparently it is just to make sure it is within the numbers on the bottom of the test strips' box. I never did this. I hope it is. I will try it tomorrow and see if my results have been accurate!!! So I guess it is wise to see if the strips for the meter match up to the meter's parameters. I never really knew about this. So thank you for bringing it to my attention. And the solution does come with the meter. I am back again, this is Loretta. I just read another post that said it was to be used every month or so. I will try to find the directions and get back to you. Just cked the directions. Apparently it is just to make sure it is within the numbers on the bottom of the test strips' box. I never did this. I hope it is. I will try it tomorrow and see if my results have been accurate!!! So I guess it is wise to see if the strips for the meter match up to the meter's parameters. I never really knew about this. So thank you for bringing it to my attention. And the solution does come with the meter.
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The meter only reads whole blood collected after you stick yourself with a "Microlet" which draws the blood. Then a test strip is placed in the meter and the end of the strip touches the drop of blood on you finger. The meter tells you when the strip has collected sufficient blood to test. The meter then shows you what your blood glucose level is. Thus, the only pain is felt when the poke yourself with a gadget that shoots the Microlet into your finger. You rarely feel anything and the blood flow stops immediately. The Bayer Contour kit comes with everything you need to take and record a glucose reading. Good luck! The meter only reads whole blood collected after you stick yourself with a "Microlet" which draws the blood. Then a test strip is placed in the meter and the end of the strip touches the drop of blood on you finger. The meter tells you when the strip has collected sufficient blood to test. The meter then shows you what your blood glucose level is. Thus, the only pain is felt when the poke yourself with a gadget that shoots the Microlet into your finger. You rarely feel anything and the blood flow stops immediately. The Bayer Contour kit comes with everything you need to take and... » Read More The meter only reads whole blood collected after you stick yourself with a "Microlet" which draws the blood. Then a test strip is placed in the meter and the end of the strip touches the drop of blood on you finger. The meter tells you when the strip has collected sufficient blood to test. The meter then shows you what your blood glucose level is. Thus, the only pain is felt when the poke yourself with a gadget that shoots the Microlet into your finger. You rarely feel anything and the blood flow stops immediately. The Bayer Contour kit comes with everything you need to take and record a glucose reading. Good luck! « Show Less
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As others that have responded, I also obtain variation in my bp readings. I don't find anything very surprising in different readings.