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Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System A Blood Glucose Meter with Ketone Testing Capability e Two Tests in One Meter with Accurate Results ® User-friendly Design for Better Operation ® Versatile and Advanced Performance

Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System What are Ketones and Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) ? Ketones are poisonous acidic chemicals produced by the body when fat instead of glucose is burned for energy. Breakdown of fat occurs when not enough insulin is present to channel glucose into body cells. The accumulation of these acids in the body may lead to the condition called ketosis and as it gets more serious, ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA is a dangerous complication of diabetes mellitus. Prevention Once diabetes has been diagnosed, prevention measures to avoid DKA include regular monitoring of...

Who should test for ketone? It is recommended that all patients with diabetes should test for ketone under the following conditions: • During acute illness or stress • When blood glucose levels are consistently >300 mg/dl (16.7 mmol/l) • During pregnancy • When any symptoms of ketoacidosis, such as nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain, are present Ref: American Diabetes Association. Test of glycemia in diabetes. Diabetes Care 1999;22:s77-79 Consult with your healthcare professional for the blood (3-ketone range that is appropriate for you. Ref: Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine. Copyright 2008...

Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System Two Tests in One Meter with Accurate Results Combined glucose and ketone testing in one meter For Blood Glucose Testing • Accurate results in just 5 seconds with only 0.8 |jl_ blood sample • Compatible use with On Call® Chosen and On Call® Advanced test strips for glucose testing For P-Ketone Testing • Obtain reliable results with 1.2 pL blood sample in 10 seconds • Clinically proven accuracy for both two tests Venous Blood Capillary Blood From Fingertip (Technician) Capillary Blood Sample From Fingertip by Techmoan.On Call' GK Dual Readog vs. Abbott...

User-friendly Design for Better Operation • Ketone test strips clearly labeled with test name and arrow marks for easier strip identification and operation • Ketone icon on the display and Code Number starting with letter "K" on the canister help distinguish between ketone and glucose tests • Strip and lancet ejectors for easy and safe disposal • Individually foil wrapped test strips for added convenience Versatile and Advanced Performance • Meal-markers help monitor results before and after meals • 5 customizable test reminders help remind patients to test at specific times of the day • 7,...

Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System Specifications Feature S CE Marked for sale in the European Community ACON Laboratories, Inc., 10125 Mesa Rim Road, San Diego, CA 92121, U.S.A. Tel: 1-858-875-8000 Fax: 1-858-200-0729 E-mail: info@aconlabs.com Please visit our website for details: www.acondiabetescare.com