Table of Contents
- 1 How long are control solutions stable for after opening?
- 2 How long are glucose testing strips and quality control solutions stable upon opening?
- 3 When should high and low quality control tests be completed?
- 4 How often should you check a quality control on a blood glucose meter?
- 5 What is the expiration date for glucose control?
- 6 How does a glucose control solution reading work?
How long are control solutions stable for after opening?
Control results must be within the defined acceptable ranges before valid patient testing is allowed. Note: Write the discard date on the bottle label. The control solution is stable for 3 months after opening or until the Expiration date on the bottle label, whichever comes first.
How long are glucose control solutions good for?
How long does control solution last? Most control solution for glucose meters lasts 90 days from the date that the bottle is first opened. However, some manufacturers make their control solution to last longer.
How long are glucose testing strips and quality control solutions stable upon opening?
Once opened strips are stable for 180 days and the container must be dated in the space provided with updated “Expiration” date. StatStrip® Glucose Control Solutions Levels 1, and 3 Storage Requirements: Store the StatStrip® Glucose Control Solutions at 15 to 30° C.
How long are QC vials good for?
QC vials will be distributed each quarter by the lab. They will come to the units PRE-DATED with their 3-month expiration date.
When should high and low quality control tests be completed?
Quality Control Testing When to perform Quality Control Tests: 1. Every 24 hours of patient testing. Meters are programmed to lock out after 24 hours and will not allow testing to be done until both High and Low controls are successfully tested.
How often should you replace blood glucose meter?
Many glucose meters can last more than 10 years and still function normally. If you’ve had your glucose meter for a while, you may be wondering when you should consider replacing it. The key to knowing when it’s time for new equipment primarily lies with the accuracy of your machine.
How often should you check a quality control on a blood glucose meter?
Control solution tests should be performed when: First receiving or purchasing the meter. Checking the meter and test strips (which should be done at least once a week). Using a new vial of test strips.
When should you perform a QC test?
Every time you open a new container of test strips or a new vial of QC solutions. If the meter is dropped. If there is a question about a patient’s glucose results (i.e., if the glucose result is inconsistent with clinical presentation) to ensure the meter is working properly.
What is the expiration date for glucose control?
Control solution has two expiration dates, (1) is the closed bottle expiration date which is printed on the glucose control bottle label and (2) is 3 months from the date the control solution bottle was first opened – please refer to the control solution Instructions for Use for more information.
How often should I use the glucose control solution?
It is good practice to write the date when the solution was first opened on the bottle label. How often should I use the control solution to test my meter? Should I shake the glucose control solution prior to using it?
How does a glucose control solution reading work?
A glucose control solution reading on your meter appears as a numerical value. This value should fall within the target range printed on the test strip vial, which is based on the concentration of glucose in the control solution.
What should temperature be for glucose control test?
Control solution and the test strips are affected by temperatures below 68◦ F and above 77◦F, as well as humidity. The solution can be stored at temperatures 36◦-86◦, but brought to room temperature at least 30 minutes prior to testing. How do I perform a control test?