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Description

On Call® Plus Blood Glucose Test Strips are diagnostic tools used with the On Call® Plus Blood Glucose Meter to measure blood glucose (sugar) levels. They are commonly used by people with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar at home, as well as by healthcare providers in clinical settings.

🩸 What Are On Call® Plus Test Strips?

These are single-use test strips that work with a small blood sample. When inserted into the On Call® Plus meter, they provide a fast and accurate glucose reading based on the blood applied to the strip.When the blood reacts, the meter detects the reaction as a transient electrical current, which it converts into a glucose concentration reading. OnCallmeters+1

🔧 Key Features of On Call® Plus Test Strips:

1. Compatibility

• Specifically designed for use with the On Call® Plus Blood Glucose Meter.

• Not compatible with other models like On Call Express or On Call Vivid.

2. Small Sample Size

• Requires only about 1 µL of blood.

• Suitable for capillary blood from fingertip or alternative sites (e.g., palm, forearm).

3. Fast Results

• Delivers glucose readings in approximately 10 seconds.

• Designed for quick daily monitoring.

4. No Coding Required

• Auto-calibration when used with the correct meter.

• Eliminates manual entry of calibration codes, reducing user error.

5. Accurate and Reliable

• Uses enzyme-based biosensor technology to provide precise readings.

• Meets ISO 15197:2013 accuracy standards for glucose monitoring.

6. Wide Hematocrit Range

• Can handle hematocrit levels from 30–55%, making it suitable for most patients, including anemic or dehydrated individuals.

7. Storage and Shelf Life

• Strips are individually packed or stored in a sealed vial.

• Stable for months if kept between 4°C and 30°C (39°F–86°F) and away from humidity.

8. Affordable

• Often more cost-effective than strips for many other glucose meters.

• Popular in home care and resource-limited settings.

✅ Use Cases:

• Daily self-monitoring by individuals with diabetes

• Blood sugar checks before/after meals or insulin doses

• Routine glucose screening in clinics, nursing homes, or pharmacies

🧪 How to Use:

1. Wash and dry your hands.

2. Insert a test strip into the On Call® Plus meter.

3. Use a lancet to obtain a drop of blood.

4. Apply the blood to the strip’s sample tip.

5. Wait for the meter to display the reading (usually within 10 seconds).