Safety Notice TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® ATTENTION: Pharmacy Staff, Nursing Staff, Laboratory Staff, and Central Supply Staff – Reminder of Potential for Falsely Elevated Blood Glucose Results due to Drug Interferences This Safety Notice is for personnel involved in the issuance of point-of-care blood glucose testing systems and personnel involved in actual point-of-care blood glucose testing.
If your facility provides a blood glucose monitoring system for use at home for an at-risk patient, instruct the patient not to use a blood glucose monitoring system that utilizes GDH-PQQ, including the TRUE2go and TRUEresult Systems, • After drug treatment is completed, ensure that use of a blood glucose monitoring system that utilizes GDH-PQQ is cleared by the Doctor or Healthcare Professional before use.
DO NOT change patient medication, diet, or exercise routine without consulting the patient’s Doctor or Diabetes Healthcare Professional. Use of TRUEresult in a manner not specified in this Manual is not recommended and may affect the ability to determine true blood glucose levels.
Section 9: Training Certification Program Certificate Information ......................46-47 Training Checklist ........................48-49 Training Written Test ......................50-54 Training Certificate (example)......................55 Section 10: Forms Quality Control Log.........................57-58 At-Risk Patient Identification Notice ...................59 Section 11: TRUEresult Lifetime Warranty TRUEresult Lifetime Warranty ....................61 Section 12: References References .............................63...
2 levels of Control. For testing frequency and the number of Control levels to test, refer to your facility quality control procedure/policy. TRUEresult is an in vitro quantitative system that is used for self • testing and point-of-care testing of human whole blood only.
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Results from the TRUEresult System are considered accurate if within + 20% of laboratory results. If patient has recently eaten, finger results from the TRUEresult System can be up to 70 mg/dL higher than venous laboratory results. •...
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Expected Results Each patient should have specific blood glucose target ranges that are determined by the Doctor or Diabetes Healthcare Professional. Having most blood glucose results within the patient’s target range shows how well a treatment plan is working to control glucose levels.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Regulatory Requirements - CLIA Self-testing and point-of-care testing of blood glucose has been classified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) as a waived test. CLIA requires all entities that perform even one test, including waived tests, [on...
The proficiency testing only serves to show how your results compare to other TRUEresult system users. If your proficiency sample results are not within acceptable limits of other TRUEresult users’...
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Meter Specifications Result Range: 20 - 600 mg/dL Sample Size: Minimum 0.5 microliters (0.5 µL) Sample Type: Fresh capillary whole blood from the finger or forearm, venous blood drawn in EDTA (purple top tube) or heparin...
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Material Safety Data Sheet Section 1 : Product Information Product Name : TRUEtest Blood Glucose Test Strips Date Prepared : 16 April 2008 Revision Number : 0 Section 2 : Composition / Information on Ingredients...
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Section 6 : Spill or Leak Procedures Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Contain material to prevent contamination of soil, surface water and ground water. May be slipping hazard.
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Section 11 : Toxicological Information Chronic Effects of Overexposure: None currently known. Carcinogen or Suspected Carcinogen: None of the compounds present are listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None currently known.
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Material Safety Data Sheet Section 1 : Product Information Product Name : TRUEtest Glucose Control Solution - Levels 1, 2, and 3 Date Prepared : 16 April 2008 Revision Number : 0...
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Section 7 : Handling and Storage Store at temperatures and conditions as indicated on the product label. Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use. Section 8 : Personal Protection Ventilation: Use general room ventilation.
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Section 12 : Ecological Information Ecological effects of this product have not been determined. Section 13 : Disposal Primary Container Type: Bottle with 3 mL Glucose Control Solution. Waste Disposal Method: Each disposal facility must determine proper disposal...
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Description of System Meter Front Back Top: 1. “+” Button – Adds Alternate Site Symbol, increases numbers in Set Up, moves forward by time / date when viewing results in Memory. Note: Use of Memory function is not recommended in a multi-patient setting.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Full Display Full Display Components: 1. Result is from Memory. 2. Time, date 3. Time is AM/PM 4. Result is from 7, 14, or 30 day Average 5. Day of the week 6.
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Sample Placement Correct Placement Incorrect Placement • Allow sample (blood or Control) to be drawn into Sample Tip. • Do not smear or scrape sample with Tip of Test Strip. • Do not apply more sample to the Test Strip after removing the Test Strip from the sample drop.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Glucose Control Solution Bottle Label 1. Lot Number (LOT) - Used for identification of lot for QC Form, used as a reference if calling for assistance. 2. Expiration Dates (EXP) - The printed Expiration Date is located on the Control bottle label next to EXP.
TRUEresult is a no-coding system, which means the Meter does not have to be coded to each lot of Test Strips. To assure accurate and reliable results, TRUEresult offers two kinds of Quality Control Tests.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® How to Perform a Control Test Use the Quality Control Log located in Forms, Section 10 to record Control Test results. 1. Allow Control bottle, vial of Test Strips and Meter to adjust to room temperature (59°...
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System should not be used for testing blood. Call for assistance (see cover for phone number). 11. Record the result in the TRUEresult Quality Control Log (see Forms, Section 10). 12. Hold the Test Strip vial with Test Strip pointing down. Press the Strip Release Button to release and discard the Test Strip into an appropriate container.
TRUEresult System. Laboratory tests should be performed within 30 minutes of a blood glucose meter test to minimize the changes in glucose values due to glycolysis.
® ® ® Using the TRUEresult System for testing patients with the above situations may result in falsely high glucose results. A falsely elevated glucose result may cause a patient or healthcare professional to take appropriate steps to bring the blood glucose in normal range, including giving insulin. The inappropriate use of insulin could lead to unconsciousness, severe hypoglycemic coma and possible death.
Close Test Strip vial immediately by pressing firmly down on the top of the vial cap. Note: The TRUEresult is a no-coding system, which means the Meter does not have to be coded to each lot of test strips.
The Ketone Alert may be turned on or off during Set Up, Section 5. System Out of Range Warning Messages WARNING! The TRUEresult System accurately reads blood glucose levels from 20 - 600 mg/dL. If test result is less than 20 mg/dL, “Lo” appears in the Meter Display.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Set Up of Time, Date, Ketone Alert, Testing Reminders Note: Setting up the time, date, Ketone Alert and Testing Reminders may not be suitable for a multi-patient use of the System. Check with the facility procedures and policies before performing Set Up.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Ketone Alert Note: If the Meter turns off at any time during the Set Up, go back to Step #1 under Time/Date and begin again. When a blood glucose result is over 240 mg/dL, the Ketone Alert is a reminder to check the patient’s ketones per their treatment plan prescribed by Doctor or...
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® 4. After the time is set by pressing the “S” Button, the Meter goes to the next Testing Reminder set-up (A-2). Repeat turning on and setting the time (see Steps 1 - 3) for the next 3 Reminders (if needed).
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Memory Note: The use of the Memory features (Averages, Memory) may not be suitable for a multi-patient use of the System. Check with the facility procedures / policies before use. Viewing Averages The Averages feature allows the viewing of the average of all the blood glucose results performed on the Meter within a 7, 14 or 30 day period.
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System. Check with the facility procedures / policies before use. The TRUEresult Meter’s Memory stores 500 results. The oldest glucose result is removed from the Memory when the Memory is full and a new glucose result is added.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Caring for the TRUEresult System • Store the System (Meter, Test Strips, Glucose Control Solution) in an area protected from liquids, dust and dirt. • Store the System in a dry place at room temperature, 36° - 86°F.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Battery Replacement The Low Battery Symbol displays if the battery needs to be changed. The Meter will continue to function for about 50 more tests before Meter will not test. A dead battery displays the Battery Symbol, beeps, and then turns off. Use only a new 3V non-rechargeable lithium battery (#CR2032) 1.
Troubleshooting The following is a brief guide for Troubleshooting the most common errors when using TRUEresult. If any problems arise that cannot be resolved by using the guide or the Display Messages, please call for assistance. 1) After inserting Test Strip into Test Port, Meter does not turn on.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® Display Messages Display Reason Action Temperature Error Move System to area between 50°-104°F and wait 30 Too cold or too hot for minutes for System to reach room temperature before testing. testing.
Glucose Monitoring System for point-of-care multi-patient facilities. The Training Certificate provides a record that the person listed on the Certificate has been trained correctly in the use of the TRUEresult System and understands all procedures and limitations concerning the TRUEresult System.
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1. Watch the TRUEresult Clinical Training Video (if available). 2. Successfully complete the Training Checklist under the instruction of a Certified Trainer. 3. Demonstrate the proper technique for testing with the TRUEresult System using the appropriate blood and Control samples.
____ CLIA regulations for point-of-care blood glucose testing ____ System specifications ____ Limitations and critical safety information, including that the TRUEresult System must not be used for certain patients (neonates, peritoneal dialysis patients, etc.) 3. Familiarization with the components of the System.
Control Test result is not within the acceptable range ____ Demonstrates the procedure using the Glucose Control Solution ____ Records the Control Test result on the TRUEresult Quality Control Log 5. Blood Collection ____ Understands the proper technique of capillary blood collection for both finger and forearm samples...
Address _________________________________________________________________________ Phone/Fax _______________________________________________________________________ E-mail Address ___________________________________________________________________ True or False 1. All Healthcare Professionals performing blood glucose monitoring using the TRUEresult System should complete the training program. __________True __________False 2. The TRUEresult System can be used on newborns.
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8. The battery should be replaced with an AAA alkaline battery. __________True __________False Multiple Choice (choose only one answer for each question) 1. Training on the use of the TRUEresult System consists of reviewing the following: a) The Clinical Training Video b) The QA/QC Manual c) The Owner’s Booklet...
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TRUEresult Blood Glucose System Certified Trainer Post Test (Please print) ® Name_______________________________________________________ 4. The TRUEresult System must not be used for the following patient conditions: a) Peritoneal dialysis patients receiving dialysis solutions containing icodextrin (e.g. Extraneal , Icodial ) that is metabolized to maltose ®...
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Blood Glucose System Certified Trainer Post Test (Please print) ® Name_______________________________________________________ 8. The following tests are used for Quality Control of the TRUEresult: a) One level of Glucose Control and a patient sample b) One level of Glucose Control c) A low level of Glucose Control and a high level of Glucose Control d) Meter automatic self-test and a minimum of 2 levels of Glucose Control 9.
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TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® 14. If after inserting the Test Strip into the Test Port, the Meter does not turn on, the reason could be a) The Test Strip was inserted upside down b) The Test Strip was not fully inserted...
Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® At-Risk Patient Identification Notice (For patient bedside, with patient chart or in applicable treatment areas) Do not use TRUEresult System for Blood Glucose Testing! _______ Patient on peritoneal dialysis _______ Patient receiving solutions containing galactose or...
TRUEresult Limited Lifetime Warranty Home Diagnostics, Inc. provides the following Warranty to the original purchaser of the TRUEresult Blood Glucose Meter: 1) Home Diagnostics, Inc warrants this Meter to be free of defects in materials and workmanship at the time of purchase. If the Meter is ever inoperative, Home Diagnostics, Inc.
TRUEresult Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manual ® References 1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. Important Safety Information on Interference With Blood Glucose Measurement Following Use of Parenteral Maltose/Parenteral Galactose/Oral Xylose-Containing Products. [Electronic Version]. Retrieved June 30, 2009.
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