FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution Instruction Manual

About Control Solution

FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution contains a known amount of total cholesterol that reacts with total cholesterol test strips made for ForaCare.
Operation of the control solution test is similar to a total cholesterol test except that FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution is used instead of a drop of blood. The control solutions should provide results within an expected range printed on the test strip vial label or foil pack.
IMPORTANT
The control solution range printed on the test strip label or foil pack may differ. Make sure to use the range printed on the current test strip packaging.
Do a control solution test when:

• you first receive the device.
• you begin using a new box of test strips.
• you suspect the device or test strips are not working properly.
• your total cholesterol test results are not consistent with how you feel, or if you think the results are not accurate.
• you have dropped or think you may have damaged the device.

CAUTION
The control solution range printed on the test strip vial or foil pack is for control solution only. It is used to test meter and test strip performance. It is not a recommended range for your total cholesterol level.

Chemistry

FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution is a red solution that contains less than 0.5% total cholesterol.

Storage and Handling

• For in vitro diagnostic use only.
• Use only FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution with Multi-functional Monitoring System from ForaCare.
• Check the expiration date on the vial. Do not use if expired.
• Tightly close the control solution and store at room temperature at 2 °C to 30 °C (36 °F to 86 °F). Do not freeze.
• Use only for 3 months after first opening. Record the date first opened on the control solution vial. Discard after 3 months.

Test Procedures

To do a test with FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution, follow the instructions printed in the Owner’s Manual that came with the system.
Accurate results depend upon following instructions carefully. Follow the technical guidelines below whenever you test with FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution:

1. We recommend that you allow the meter, control solution, and test strips to reach room temperature (20 °C-25 °C / 68 °F-77 °F) before testing.
2. Shake the control solution well before use.
3. Discard the first drop of control solution you squeeze out.
4. Squeeze out another drop onto the vial cap, and touch the drop with the absorbent hole of the test strip.
5. Wipe off the dispenser tip to keep it clean.

Expected Results

At room temperature, FORA Total Cholesterol Control Solution test results should be within the expected range printed on the test strip vial label.
If test results are outside the expected range printed on the test strip vial or foil pack, please check the troubleshooting guide in Owner’s Manual and repeat the test. Results that are outside the expected range may indicate:

• An error in the way you are doing the test.
• Expired test strips and control solutions.
• A problem with the meter.
• Control solution that is too warm or too cool.
• The meter code does not match the code printed on the test strip vial or foil pack.
• Failure to shake the control solution vial vigorously.

If the repeat result is still outside the range, the system may not be working properly. Do not use the system to test your blood. Please contact the dealer for service.

Availability

FORA Control Solution is available from retail pharmacies.
Our Commitment to You
Our goal is to provide you with quality healthcare products and dedicated customer service. If you are not fully satisfied with this product, or if you have questions about the use of any FORA product, please contact the dealer for service.

Symbol Information

Symbol	Referent	Symbol	Referent
	In vitro diagnostic medical device		Batch code
	Consult instructions for use		Manufacturer
	Temperature limitation		CE mark
	Use by / Expiry date		Authorised representative in the European Union
	Use within 3 months after opening		Unique Device identification
	Model no.		Humidity limitation
	Distributor		Importer

Use only with FORA 6 Plus / Connect.
ForaCare Suisse AG
Neugasse 55, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland www.foracare.ch
MedNet EC-REP GmbH
Borkstraße 10, 48163 Münster, Germany
For self-testing. Not intended for human consumption.