Nova Max Glucose Meter Test Strips

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• Instructions
  - Automatically draws blood into the test area of the strip
  - Can be handled with clean, dry hands without affecting glucose readings
  - Use each test strip only once, then discard
  - Do Not reapply blood to the test strip
  - Use only Nova Max Test Strips when testing
  - Remove the test strip from the vial only when ready to test
  - Store the test strip package in a cool, dry place below 86°F (30°C)
  - Do not refrigerate or freeze
  - Do not store near heat or moisture
  - Store the test strips in their original vial only
  - After removing a test strip from the vial, immediately replace the vial cap and close tightly
  - Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date printed on the package as this may cause inaccurate results
  - Test strips should only be stored for 3 months after opening the vial
  - When first opening a new vial of test strips, count forward 3 months and write that date on the vial
  - Discard any remaining test strips after the date you have written on the vial
  - Do not tamper with the test strip
• Warning
  - The test strip vial contains small parts
  - Keep the test strip vial away from children and pets
• Limitations
  - The test strips should not be used to diagnose diabetes or to test newborns
  - Each test strip is for single use only. Do not reuse. Use a new sterile Nova Max Test Strip each time you test
  - Your test strips are for personal use only
  - Do not share with others
  - Use only fresh capillary whole blood. Do not use serum or plasma
  - There is no effect on blood glucose values for altitudes up to 10,000 feet (3000 meters) above sea level
  - Extremes in humidity (higher than 90% and lower than 10%) may affect results
  - The Nova Max Test Strips are calibrated against plasma
  - The anticoagulant sodium heparin may be used
  - EDTA is not recommended for use with Nova Max Test Strips
  - Interferences for elevated levels of acetaminophen, tolazamide, uric acid, bilirubin, ephedrine, and methyldopa may affect results
• Note
  - Test strips are stored at room temperature and provide a 2-year expiration from the date of manufacture and 180 days from the date of opening