Use the Control Solution:

• To ensure that your meter and test strips are working properly.
• When you suspect that your meter or test strips aren’t working properly.
• To check that you are following the correct testing procedure.
• To prepare for your initial blood glucose test.
• When you open and begin to use a new vial of test strips.
• When you think your test results aren’t accurate or consistent with how you feel.
• After your meter has been dropped, damaged, or exposed to liquids.