No, the meter will not lock a user out if they have used expired test strips.
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The Accu-Chek Instant test strip utilises the FAD-GDH chemistry.
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The Accu-Chek Instant test strip requires only a small speck of blood (0.6 μL).
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The Accu-Chek Instant system was designed to assist users to easily conduct a test. Several features were designed for this purpose:
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No, there is no ability to squeeze extra blood from the finger to dose a strip a second time.
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Yes, as with any test strip, heat, humidity and other environmental conditions can affect strips.
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The user will receive an E-4 error code.
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Accu-Chek Aviva test strips help make every strip count, by making it easy to test right the first time.
For monitoring blood sugar levels using the Accu-Chek Aviva or Accu-Chek Aviva Expert blood glucose meter.
Accu-Chek Aviva test strips help make every strip count, by making it easy to test right the first time.
For monitoring blood sugar levels using the Accu-Chek Aviva or Accu-Chek Aviva Expert blood glucose meter.
Refer to the package insert that came with your test strips for the latest information on product specifications and restrictions.
The Accu-Chek Aviva test strips can be used with the following Accu-Chek meters:
• Accu-Chek Aviva
• Accu-Chek Aviva Combo
• Accu-Chek Aviva Expert
• Accu-Chek Aviva Insight
0.6–33.3 mmol/L
0.6 μl
5 seconds
• Store the test strips at temperatures between 2 and 30 °C. Do not freeze the test strips.
• Use the test strips at temperatures between 8 and 44 °C.
• Use the test strips between 10 and 90 % humidity. Do not store the test strips in high heat and moisture areas such as the bathroom or kitchen.
• Store the unused test strips in their original test strip container with the cap closed.
• Close the test strip container tightly immediately after removing a test strip to protect the test strips from humidity.
From how-to-videos and FAQs to product manuals, explore our online support resources to find the information you need whenever you need it.
Product SupportThe Accu-Chek Instant meter makes it easy to monitor your blood sugar levels. With the target range indicator, you can understand what your results mean, even at a glance.
The Accu-Chek Instant meter makes it easy to monitor your blood sugar levels. With the target range indicator, you can understand what your results mean, even at a glance.
Refer to the package insert that came with your meter for the latest information on device specifications and product restrictions.
77.1 × 48.6 × 15.3 mm (LWH)
Approx 43g (with batteries)
LCD
Accu-Chek Instant test strip
Connects via Bluetooth® to the mySugr app
Radio frequency connectivity Bluetooth low energy technology operating in the frequency band of 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz with a maximum transmitted power of 0 dBm (1 mW).
Approximately 4 sec (depending on the blood glucose concentration)
4 to 45 °C (+39 to +113 °F)
10 to 90% relative humidity
0.6 µL (min. sample size)
10-65%
Up to 3094 meters
Automatic coding
At least 720 blood glucose results and at least 30 control results with time and date; and 7, 14, 30, and 90-day averages.
Two 3‐volt lithium batteries (coin cell type CR2032)
The mySugr app automatically captures your blood sugar results when connected to your Accu-Chek Instant meter. Using your Accu-Chek Instant meter together with the mySugr app can help improve your blood sugar control, estimated HbA1c, and diabetes understanding.3
Use the bolus calculator to manage your carbohydrate intake and insulin dosing
Accu-Chek Instant meters come with the Accu-Chek FastClix lancing device and Accu-Chek Instant test strips. You can also connect to the mySugr app via Bluetooth® for quick and easy logging of meals, diet, medications, carbohydrates, blood sugar levels and more.
Register your Accu-Chek blood glucose meter so we can share helpful updates with you.
Register nowFrom how-to-videos and FAQs to product manuals, explore our online support resources to find the information you need whenever you need it.
Product Support1 Parkin CG et al. Use of an Integrated Tool for Interpretation of Blood Glucose Data Improves Correctness of Glycemic Risk Assessment in Individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2017;11(1):74-82.
2 MacRury S, Srinivasan A, et al. Performance of a New Meter Designed for Assisted Monitoring of Blood Glucose and Point-of-Care Testing. Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology. 2013 Mar;7(2):389-398.
3 Debong F, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(S2):S235–S240.
4 Ide C, et al. Real World Data analysis shows a significant improvement in glycaemic management when using a blood glucose monitor connected with a mobile health application in UK users with Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes UK Professional Conference Poster Session, Liverpool, 26-28 Apr 2023, Poster 19.
*Please note: You must be at least 18 years old to register for the Accu-Chek Account. Please see the manual for intended use.
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Here is some information about how to can access Accu-Chek blood glucose meters, test strips, lancing devices and lancets.
You may be able to get an Accu-Chek blood glucose meter and lancing device for free from your healthcare professional, and test strips and lancets may be available to you on prescription. This depends on where you live in the UK & Ireland, your type of diabetes and your therapy type. Please speak to your healthcare professional to see if Accu-Chek products are available to you on prescription.
If you have recently obtained an Accu-Chek Instant system, speak to your healthcare professional about a change in prescription. You may wish to download our form to support you in your request.
Accu-Chek products are also available to purchase online from your local pharmacy or from Boots in-store and online. Use the links below to browse the Accu-Chek products available to purchase from Boots.
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** This number is only for UK customers who are currently out of the country on a short term basis, please be aware that we cannot send replacement products abroad and advise that you take spare supplies with you. To improve the quality of our service, calls received or made by Roche Diagnostics Limited may be recorded.
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