Freestyle Optium Blood Glucose Test Strips 50

Freestyle Optium Blood Glucose Test Strips 50 is used for measuring blood sugar levels. These test strips are compatible with the FreeStyle Optium Neo system, making them a reliable choice for self-monitoring of blood glucose. With a quick test time of just 5 seconds, these strips allow for fast and easy blood sugar measurements, helping individuals manage their diabetes more effectively. Each strip is individually foil-wrapped to ensure freshness and prevent contamination, providing a hygienic and convenient solution for regular glucose testing.

• Glucose Dehydrogenase (GDH-NAD Pseudomonas sp): Glucose Dehydrogenase (GDH-NAD) is an enzyme derived from Pseudomonas sp., a bacterium known for its ability to oxidise glucose. In blood glucose testing, GDH-NAD catalyses the oxidation of glucose to gluconolactone, using NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) as a cofactor. This reaction produces a measurable electrical current which is used to determine blood glucose levels. The enzyme’s high specificity for glucose makes it an ideal component in glucose monitoring systems, offering accurate results for managing blood sugar levels.
   
• NAD+ (as sodium salt): NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in all living cells and plays a crucial role in redox reactions. In glucose testing, NAD+ is used as a cofactor in the enzymatic reaction catalysed by glucose dehydrogenase. As a sodium salt, NAD+ facilitates the oxidation of glucose, producing an electrical current that correlates with the concentration of glucose in the sample. The presence of NAD+ ensures accurate and reliable blood glucose measurement by enabling the glucose dehydrogenase enzyme to function efficiently.
   
• Phenanthroline quinone: Phenanthroline quinone is a redox mediator used in some glucose testing systems. It helps transfer electrons between the glucose dehydrogenase enzyme and the electrode, facilitating the measurement of glucose levels. By enhancing the electron transfer process, phenanthroline quinone improves the sensitivity and accuracy of the glucose testing system, ensuring that even low glucose concentrations can be detected effectively. This component is especially useful in systems designed for quick and precise blood glucose measurements.
   
• Other Ingredients:  Non-reactive ingredients

• Individual foil-wrapped strips: Each test strip is individually wrapped in foil to ensure hygiene and prevent contamination before use.
   
• Small sample size (0.6 μL): The test requires only a small sample of blood, as little as 0.6 μL, making it quick and convenient for users.
   
• 5-second test time: The test provides results in just 5 seconds, offering fast and efficient blood glucose measurement.
   
• Fill trigger ensures reaction starts only when sufficient sample has been applied: The test strip features a fill trigger that ensures the reaction begins only when an adequate blood sample has been applied, ensuring accurate results.
   
• 5-second sample reapplication: If more sample is needed, the strip allows for reapplication within 5 seconds, ensuring convenience and ease of use.
   
• Top or tip fill (white area at the end of the test strip): The white area at the end of the test strip allows for easy application of the blood sample, ensuring the strip is filled correctly for accurate testing.

• Measures Blood Glucose Levels: The FreeStyle Optium Blood Glucose Test Strips use glucose dehydrogenase (GDH-NAD) to measure blood glucose levels. The enzyme catalyses the oxidation of glucose, providing a precise reading of blood sugar concentration and helping individuals track their diabetes effectively.
   
• Quick Test Results in 5 Seconds: The test strips provide results in just 5 seconds, enabling users to quickly check their blood glucose levels without any lengthy waiting periods, allowing for timely management decisions.
   
• Small Blood Sample for Convenience: These strips require only a small sample size of 0.6 μL of blood. This minimal amount ensures a quick and easy testing process, reducing discomfort and making regular glucose testing more convenient for users.
   
• Ensures Accurate Results with Fill Trigger: The test strip includes a fill trigger that ensures the test begins only when the correct amount of blood sample has been applied. This feature helps prevent errors and ensures that the results reflect the true glucose level in the sample.
   
• Hygienic and Convenient Usage: Each test strip is individually foil-wrapped to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination, ensuring that every test is fresh and accurate. The packaging also makes the strips portable and easy to carry, ensuring convenience for on-the-go glucose monitoring.

• To use the FreeStyle Optium Blood Glucose Test Strips, insert a strip into the FreeStyle Optium Neo meter. 
• Apply a small blood sample (0.6 μL) to the white tip of the strip. 
• Wait 5 seconds for the test result to appear on the meter display.

• Use the test strips only with the FreeStyle Optium Neo meter to ensure accurate results.
• Do not use the test strips if the foil packaging is damaged or expired.
• Keep test strips sealed in their foil wrappers until ready for use to prevent contamination.
• Store the strips in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Dispose of used test strips properly, in accordance with local regulations.
• Keep test strips and the meter out of reach of children to avoid accidental use or injury.
• Do not reuse test strips, as this may affect accuracy and safety.
• Ensure hands are clean and dry before using the strips to prevent contamination of the sample.