Contour NEXT Glucometer Blood Glucose Meter + 10 Strips

The Contour XT glucometer is a product that helps diabetic patients to know the blood glucose values thanks to the glycemic self-check test. Equipped with the latest generation technology, it is easy to use thanks to the customized system for glycemic monitoring between 10 mg / dL and 600 mg / dL. This blood glucose monitor is compatible with Contour Next test strips .

Technical features

Contour XT is a blood glucose meter that presents itself as one of the most advanced electroproducts in the diabetes sector with technical features that allow easy measurement of capillary whole blood. The test results are returned after only 5 seconds from the execution of the test and are very easy to read on the display and very understandable thanks to the minimal design and with only 3 buttons.

• Equipped with Automatic Coding Technology that allows you to perform the test automatically to avoid errors in coding by recognizing the code of the suitable test strips;
• Only a small amount of blood is needed: 0.6 µl;
• Errors reported automatically;
• It has a memory of 480 results;
• Calculate the average of the measurements taken every 7, 14 or 30 days;
• Calculates the high (HI) and low (LO) values it detected in the last 7 days;
• Presence of pre-meal and post-meal markers;
• Handy and compact instrument;
• Ability to download the data on the Contour XT blood glucose meter directly to the computer thanks to Bayer's Glucofacts Deluxe software for managing blood glucose data;
• It must only be used with Bayer brand Contour Next test strips;
• Battery life is about a year with an average of 1000 tests.

Functionality

The Countour XT blood glucose meter has a double functionality designed specifically to be able to respond effectively to the needs of its consumers by offering simple procedures.

Basic Mode : it is specific for basic needs offering a summary of the high (HI) and low (LO) values detected in the previous 7 days, an average of the last 7, 14 or 30 days, can contain up to 480 test results in the memory.

Advanced Mode : it is specific for patients with special needs and who in addition to the basic functions also want to know the pre and post meal markers, the post meal reminder.

How do I measure my blood sugar with the Contour XT meter?

To measure your blood glucose correctly, it is necessary to perform the test steps accurately and meticulously.

• Insert the end of the test strip into the appropriate section;
• Bring the drop of blood close to the test strip to allow it to be absorbed efficiently.
• Wait for the glucometer to beep and wait 5 seconds to know the result;
• The result of the blood glucose test appears on the display;
• To turn off the device, simply remove the test strip.

When is blood glucose measured?

In blood glucose self-check analysis tests you need to know that you need to be regular in measuring your blood glucose levels. Precisely for this reason, diabetic experts recommend carrying out a blood glucose analysis test from 1 to 4 times a day and at different times of the day. In particular, it is recommended to measure blood sugar:

• before the meal with the pre-meal measurement;
• 2 hours after the time of the meal called post-meal measurement;
• The evening;
• Before getting insulin;
• When you experience the symptoms of high blood sugar.

What should be the blood glucose values?

It is very important to have blood glucose values under control after meals and in particular after lunch and after dinner, especially for people with diabetes who can recognize the symptoms of an alteration in blood glucose and intervene in time.

• Blood glucose values after lunch: the post-meal measurement should be taken at least two hours after lunch or dinner and the values should not exceed 140 mg / dl
• Fasting blood glucose values: this is a measurement that must be taken between meals. Glucose values should be between 65-100 mg / dl.

Packaging

• 1 Glucometer;
• 10 Contour Next test strips;
• Microlet 2 lancing device;
• 10 Microlet colored hands;
• Personal diary;
• Custody;
• Manual and guide.

More information on the Contour XT blood glucose meter can be found on the website of the manufacturer Ascensia Diabets Care