GE Max Plus Indications/Uses

The GE Max Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System is designed for in vitro diagnostic use (for self-testing outside the body) only, and can be used by home user and healthcare professional.
The system can test the glucose concentration in fresh capillary whole blood (drawn from the fingertip, palm), as well as venous, arterial and neonatal whole blood samples.
The glucose result displayed is equivalent to results from plasma glucose testing.
The testing of venous, arterial, and neonatal whole blood samples should only be performed by healthcare professionals.
The system is not intended for the screening or diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
When could a Quality Control Test Be Performed: To confirm that the GE Blood Glucose Meter and GE Blood Glucose Test Strip are working properly; To confirm that the patient is following the correct testing procedures; To prepare for the first blood glucose test; To check GE Blood Glucose Test Strip when opening a new vial of strips; To check the GE Blood Glucose Meter if it has been dropped, damaged or exposed to liquids; If the patient suspects that the test results are inaccurate, or if the test results are inconsistent with how the patient is feeling; To practice testing.