Cholesterol Monitor User Manual
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1. i Above10 3 mmol L Test again and consult your Lloydspharmacist or doctor Battery is low Battery is low Insert new batteries symbol Blank screen the Not enough blood used Remove the strip and re test using a new count down does strip and a larger blood sample not begin If the Cholesterol Monitor is still reporting an error after checking all of the above please contact Lloydspharmacy Customer Services on 0845 600 3565 option 2 20 Questions and answers The cholesterol monitoring program should be conducted under the guidance of a healthcare professional Q How can I be sure that my test results are accurate A Make sure that you have used enough blood A large wet round and shiny drop of blood should form over the semi circular reaction area and remain there during the count down Do not smear blood on the reaction area or apply more than one drop Do not touch the reaction area with your finger Do not use test strips more than once Do not use test strips that have expired Q What is cholesterol A Cholesterol is naturally produced by your liver and is essential for the body to function When your cholesterol rises above the desirable level it may build up in your body and may put you at increased risk of heart disease or stroke Cholesterol levels can be high because of your diet lack of exercise or due to your family history 21 Questions and answers Q If choose to repeat the test2. Heart UK www heartuk org uk 0845 450 5988 Or speak to your local Lloydspharmacist 24 25 Lancets Manufacturer contact information STAT Medical Devices Inc North Miami Beach FL 33162 PH USA 001 305 945 0011 www statdevices com Leo mer Emergo Europe Molenstraat 15 2513 BH The Hague The Netherlands Q Single Use Only CE 0086 26 This product is guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against mechanical and electrical manufacturing defects There are no user serviceable parts inside the instrument If the monitor becomes inoperative during this time Biomedix will replace the monitor with the equivalent equipment at their option Any attempted repair by unauthorised persons invalidates the warranty This does not affect your statutory rights The warranty policy only applies when the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor is used with the Lloydspharmacy test strips sell Biomedix Inc 0537 40471 Encyclopedia Circle Fremont California 94538 USA eo rer E C REP Ltd Marlborough Riding Street Southport PR8 1EW England 27 Use with the Lloydspharmacy E Cholesterol Monitor A For use with Lloydspharmacy Cholesterol Test Strips amp Lancets Last Revised March 2010
3. not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries Do not use rechargeable batteries Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used Batteries must be handled with care under adult supervision If batteries leak and come into contact with skin or eyes wash immediately with copious amounts of water Setting the date and time 1 Press and hold the on off button for approx 15 seconds until you see the y09 year sign flash on the display Release the on off button 2 Press the set button to select the desired year Ex y10 means 2010 Before you start 3 Press the onloff button to confirm the year then the month The month will flash on the display Repeat the procedure pressing the set button to change and the onloff button to confirm at each stage setting the month day hour minutes in sequence 4 There is one Beep after the minutes are confirmed The Monitor will automatically return to the InS display InS Insert Strip 2 digital digital igital CHOLESTEROL MONITOR CHOLESTEROL MONITOR LESTEROL MONITOR digital CHOLESTEROL MONITOR Using your Cholesterol Monitor Finger blood testing procedure This method of home testing requires you to follow the instructions below in detail If you have difficulty obtaining a reading in the first instance do not worry the more 10 Using your Cholesterol Monitor you familiarise yourself with this method of testin
4. obtain falsely decreased test results Haematocrit is the percentage of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells The pack contains Digital Cholesterol Monitor See the diagrams on page 7 showing all the parts of the Digital Cholesterol Monitor User Manual An illustrated booklet describing the product and its operations Quick Start Guide This lists the basic operation steps for easy reference Features Storage Case Parts description Set Button Beeper Battery Compartment Test Strip Platform On Off Button LCD Display A handy case for storage of the Digital Cholesterol Monitor there is also a section for storing the test strips and lancet devices sold separately This button is to switch the function from one mode to another For example You can press this button to recall past test results See Recalling Test Results page 13 The Monitor will Beep as an alert This compartment holds 2 x AAA batteries not included See page 9 on how to install them Insert the test strips here for blood testing See Finger Blood Testing Procedure page 10 This button turns the Digital Cholesterol Monitor on and off This is where the messages and test results are displayed Front Back Cholesterol Test Strip LCD display Battery Compartment digital Contact CHOLESTEROL M NITOR B ars On Off Button Reaction Area Test Strip Platform General w
5. of fat that is found in the body and is vital to help keep us healthy However elevated levels of cholesterol are a major risk factor for Coronary Heart Disease CHD Cardiovascular Disease and stroke There are two main types of cholesterol good HDL and bad LDL cholesterol This test measures total cholesterol both good and bad You will find everything you need to know about this product in this user manual Before using the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor please read the instructions included in this user manual carefully Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor is an in vitro diagnostic device for self testing This means that the system should only be used for testing outside of the human body High total blood cholesterol has been established as one of the key factors associated with the occurrence of CHD Lower blood levels of cholesterol are linked with a decreased incidence of CHD 4 Features Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor is designed for home users to measure the amount of cholesterol in whole blood When blood is applied to the test strip a current is formed and the magnitude of the current produced is proportional to the concentration of cholesterol The Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor is intended for use with fresh whole blood samples The Digital Cholesterol Monitor will not give accurate results for plasma or serum samples Some people with very high haematocrit levels can
6. Lloydspharmacy Choleste Monitor User Manual Model No LCM 1 O 7 mess IS Elorg KZ Vv Net y a Do not re use CS Keep dry J 40 C Operation temperature limitation ar 10 C In vitro diagnostic medical device lt O Lot number O CE certification O al oo N Manufacturer Do not dispose in Household waste xE gt E 30 C 10 C DJ Eb Read instructions Caution consult accompanying documents Storage temperature limitation Use by Authorised representative in the European Community Catalogue number Product number Serial number Content Introduction Features Parts General warnings and safety Before you start Using your Cholesterol Monitor Reading your results Maintenance and cautions Test Strip information Specification Troubleshooting Questions and answers Further information Notes Lancet manufacturer contact information Warranty P 4 P 5 P 7 P 8 P 9 P 10 P 13 P 16 P 17 P 18 P 20 P 21 P 24 P 25 P 26 P 27 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor Model LCM1 You have selected a reliable and medically approved monitor that is easy to use In just three simple steps the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor will provide you with the test results you need Two thirds of people in the UK have high cholesterol Cholesterol is a type
7. arnings and safety Please carefully read and understand the following warnings and cautions to ensure the safe and correct use of this device and to prevent injury Should not be used by anybody under 18 years of age unless directed by your doctor DO NOT make any significant changes to your medication program without consulting your doctor or Lloydspharmacist Cleaning the Digital Cholesterol Monitor is essential for reliable results see page 16 PLEASE NOTE TEST STRIPS AND LANCETS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY Free with first purchase DO NOT use the test strips beyond the expiry date DO NOT use test strips that have been damaged in any way e g bent or creased Ensure that the silver contact bars are intact The test strips are individually foil wrapped and must be kept in the vial with the cap in place Keep them in a cool dry place between 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F and discard any unused strips 10 months after first opening the vial DO NOT freeze or expose the test strips to direct sunlight or heat Only use the Lloydspharmacy test strips with the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor to obtain reliable results 8 Before you start Remove the cover sited on the back of the Monitor Insert 2 xAAA batteries not included Replace the cover Non rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged Always remove exhausted batteries from the monitor The supply terminals are not to be short circuited Do
8. esult reading including the date and time of the test 3 Press the set button once to read the second last test result Up to 99 readings can be stored in the memory 4 Press onloff button to return back to Ins display 13 Reading your results 1 2 digital digital digital digital CHOLESTEROL MONITOR CHOLESTEROL MONITOR CHOLESTEROL MONITOR Y lb Jc LAL H mmol L mmol L Lloydspharmac Total Cholesterol Advice Action 5 to 8 mmol L Slightly raised Contact your local Lloydspharmacist who will be able to advise if you would benefit from a cholesterol and heart check More than 8 mmol L High You should contact your doctor or healthcare professional 14 Reading your results This test measures total cholesterol only The test is designed to give you a guide to your cholesterol level only results should not be interpreted as exact cholesterol levels Total cholesterol is only one element of determining your risk of developing heart disease and stroke A full risk assessment available at selected Lloydspharmacies is recommended to assess multiple risk factors The Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor requires at least 12 pl microlitres of whole blood for cholesterol testing If not enough blood is used the unit will not start the count down so it is important to visually check that there is enough blood on the test area of the test strip If the amount of blood is sufficient the unit will beep and the co
9. g the more confident you will be Select a clean dry work surface Press the onloff button to turn the Digital Cholesterol Monitor on The display will show InS and flash an image of a strip If you insert a cholesterol strip whilst the monitor is turned off it will automatically turn the machine on Insert the test strip The strip must be flat against the test strip platform with the letter C facing up and the two green stripes visible Carefully but firmly insert the test strip The display will show CHO and an image of one blood drop Using the Lancets and getting a finger blood sample Wash your hands using warm and soapy water then rinse thoroughly Warm water is preferable because it will stimulate blood flow to your fingers It may also help to hang your arm down by your side for 10 15 seconds prior to testing Dry hands thoroughly Remove the protective cap from the safety lancet Place the raised white area of the lancet device against the side of the finger to be used we recommend that you use the side of your finger see fig 1 on page 13 Push the top of the safety lancet 11 Using your Cholesterol Monitor whilst it is firmly placed against the finger to activate the device see fig 2 on page 13 The needle will then retract for safety single use only Please dispose of safely Allow a large drop of blood to hang from your finger by gently squeezing it Wipe the first drop of blood away using a clean d
10. hat have been altered or damaged in any way Do not use test strips more than once Do not touch the reaction area when handling the test strips Caution Keep all components of the Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor out of the reach of children They may be potentially hazardous if mishandled inhaled or swallowed 17 Digital Cholesterol Monitor Performance Characteristics 20 80 relative humidity non condensing 107mm length x 64mm width x 28mm height approx Dimes Cholesterol Strip Performance Characteristics 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F Store in capped test strip vial enn rte ori gor Blood Source Blood Source 12 ul 15pl whole blood Blood Application On the left hand side of the sensor strip Calibration for Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor The Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor has been calibrated during production If you need to check it please use Q STEPS Control Solution which is used to check Lloydspharmacy Digital Cholesterol Monitor You can buy this at Biomedix Service Centre Go to www biomedixusa com or call 888 246 6318 USA Following the same procedure as the Finger Blood Testing Procedure page 10 This time drop the Control Solution on the test strip instead of a blood sample 19 Troubleshooting Displayed Message Description of Error Troubleshooting Lo Below 2 6 mmol L Test again and consult your Lloydspharmacist or doctor
11. hese important points Any one cholesterol reading is never final because cholesterol can change from day to day and in response to several factors such as weight loss illness or stress Cholesterol is a risk factor that can be controlled Many studies show that cholesterol is a risk factor that may be lowered by exercise and diet Other risk factors that you can control include high blood pressure smoking being over weight and lack of exercise Any decisions about your risk factors for heart disease should not be made until you have consulted with your Lloydspharmacist or doctor If your cholesterol reading is high your local Lloydspharmacist will be able to test your HDL Cholesterol level It is possible to have a high Total Cholesterol reading and 23 Questions and answers still have low bad LDL Cholesterol Q What can I do to ensure I ll get an accurate reading with the Digital Cholesterol Monitor A Follow all of the directions in this manual carefully Q Do I need to fast before I take the test or perform it at a specific time of day A No you can test yourself at any time so fasting is not necessary If you repeat the test try to do so under the same conditions Further information For further information concerning advice on Cholesterol and its effects you can visit contact any of the following www lloydspharmacy com 0845 600 3565 option 2 The British Heart Foundation www bhf org uk 0300 330 3311
12. on the same day what does it mean if my cholesterol level is different A Cholesterol levels can vary day to day within each person so you should average your result Q From one cholesterol test result is there a chance may be placed in the wrong cholesterol group for example slightly raised instead of high risk A Yes especially if your result placed you on the border of two groups Because cholesterol does vary from day to day it is recommended that at least two results be averaged before someone is classified Q Will common foods alcohol or medications affect my result A Generally no Most substances will not interfere with the test However certain medications e g Statins cholesterol lowering medicines will affect cholesterol levels Q What can do to make drawing the blood easier A Make sure your finger is warm and callous free Use the side of your fingertip it is a less sensitive area Keep your hand below your heart before testing let your arm hang down at your side for 10 15 seconds 22 Questions and answers Q Why is cholesterol important A High cholesterol is one of the main risk factors for heart disease Other risk factors of heart disease include high blood pressure smoking being overweight and not exercising Q What if my cholesterol reading is high A If you have concerns about your result it is best to contact your Lloydspharmacist or doctor However remember t
13. ry tissue and squeeze a second large drop around the size of a peppercorn see fig 3 on page 13 Place the large hanging drop of blood on the semi circular well on the left hand side of the strip see fig 4 on page 13 Do not remove the test strip from the monitor to apply the blood You must ensure that you hold the large drop of blood to the strip for at least 3 5 seconds on the reaction area Do not smear the blood on the test strip or touch the reaction area with your finger If the amount of blood is sufficient the unit will beep and the count down will begin Do not apply a second drop of blood after the monitor starts to count down as this may alter your result The cholesterol result will be shown in 30 seconds see page 14 for how to read your results If not enough blood has been applied the count down won t begin and you will have to start the testing procedure again using a new test strip Once you remove the test strip the unit will automatically turn off 12 Using your Cholesterol Monitor N B We recommend that you test using the side of your finger Reading your results Recalling the test results 1 With the Digital Cholesterol Monitor off press and hold the onJoff button for approx 5 seconds to enter the memory mode You will see M flash on the upper left hand side of the display release the button CHO will appear on the screen 2 After a few seconds the display will show the last test r
14. unt down will begin The Digital Cholesterol Monitor displays results between 2 6 10 3 mmol L Results above 10 3 mmol L are displayed as Hi Results below 2 6 mmol L are displayed as Lo 15 Maintenance and cautions Clean the Digital Cholesterol Monitor test strip platform with alcohol swabs not included to prevent contamination Do not drop or throw the Digital Cholesterol Monitor Do not expose the Digital Cholesterol Monitor to extreme temperatures or humid conditions for long periods of time Do not tamper or attempt to fix the Digital Cholesterol Monitor Do not immerse the Digital Cholesterol Monitor in water Store the Digital Cholesterol Monitor in the storage case whenever possible Test Strip information Test Strips and Lancets sold separately Write the date on the vial of strips when opening for the first time Discard any unused strips 10 months after first opening the vial Use the test strip immediately after removing it from the foil Always keep the test strips stored inside the original vial ensuring that the foil is not broken Always ensure the cap is firmly secured back on the vial after removing your test strip Store the test strips at a temperature between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F Avoid direct exposure to sunlight Test strips are usable up to the expiry date if they have not been opened Do not use test strips beyond their expiry date Do not use test strips t
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