Indications 

One Touch Verio test strips measure blood glucose levels in people with diabetes. These test strips are designed for the One Touch Verio family of blood glucose meters, such as the One Touch Verio Flex or One Touch Verio IQ. 

Uses and Dosage 

Always refer to the specific user manual and instructions provided with your One Touch Verio meter and test strip packaging for precise guidance. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice on monitoring your blood glucose levels. 

1. Prepare Your Materials: 
   1. Gather your One Touch Verio blood glucose meter, a fresh One Touch Verio test strip, and a lancing device with a lancet. 
   2. Make sure your hands are clean and dry. 
2. Insert a Test Strip: 
   1. Insert the One Touch Verio test strip into the meter. Ensure the meter is turned on or activated when the strip is inserted. 
3. Prepare the Lancing Device: 
   1. Load the lancing device with a new lancet according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 
4. Prepare Your Finger: 
   1. Choose a fingertip to prick (usually, the sides of the fingertip are less painful). 
   2. Clean the chosen fingertip with an alcohol swab and let it dry if desired. 
5. Prick Your Finger: 
   1. Use the lancing device to prick your fingertip. Follow the lancing device’s instructions for depth and trigger mechanism. 
   2. Allow a small drop of blood to form at the puncture site. 
6. Apply Blood to the Test Strip: 
   1. Gently touch the tip of the One Touch Verio test strip to the blood drop on your fingertip. Ensure the blood is drawn into the strip’s channel. 
   2. The meter will automatically start analyzing the blood sample. 
7. Read the Results: 
   1. After a few seconds, your blood glucose reading will be displayed on the meter’s screen. Some meters may also indicate whether your result is in or out of your target range. 
8. Record the Reading: 
   1. Consider keeping a log of your blood glucose readings in a journal or using the meter’s memory function to track your progress. 
9. Dispose of Materials Safely: 
   1. Safely dispose of the used lancet and test strip in a sharps container or as instructed by your healthcare provider or local guidelines. 
10. Turn Off the Meter: 
    1. If your meter has an automatic shutoff feature, it will turn off automatically after a period of inactivity. If not, manually turn off the meter to conserve battery life. 

Side Effects 

Using One Touch Verio test strips and meters to monitor blood glucose levels is generally safe and doesn’t have side effects. However, pricking your finger for a blood sample can be painful and might lead to minor issues like bruising or swelling. It’s essential to practice good hygiene to avoid infections, rotate the finger you use for testing, and ensure you correctly handle the test strips and meter to get accurate results. If you have concerns or problems, talk to your healthcare provider for guidance. 

Cautions 

To use One Touch Verio test strips safely and effectively: 

• Wash your hands before testing. 
• Store the test strips properly and check their expiration date. 
• Use a lancing device to prick your finger and follow the instructions carefully. 
• Dispose of used lancets in a sharps container. 
• Make sure your meter is calibrated correctly. 
• Keep your testing area clean and avoid saliva on your finger. 
• Discuss your testing plan and results with your healthcare provider. 
• Be ready for low or high blood sugar situations as your doctor advises. 

These precautions help ensure accurate results and better diabetes management.