It is highly recommended to use a new, sterile lancet every time a test is performed. This is based on hygienic considerations and to help avoid infection. Additionally, the tip of a new needle is sharp, with optimal form and cut and therefore ensures gentle lancing. This is diminished with multiple use. 

Never use a lancet that has been used by someone else, or share the finger pricker with anyone, to guard against cross infection.

No, for safety and hygiene reasons, once the lancet has been changed it is not possible to re-select a previous one.

No. Safety hooks are in place to prevent accidental reuse of a used drum. A used drum is easily recognised by the red stripes on the side.

Yes, the Accu-Chek FastClix finger pricker can be used attached to or detached from the Accu-Chek Mobile meter, including during lancet exchange.

There are several reasons this can happen: 

• The penetration depth is too shallow. Please select a higher penetration depth setting. 
• The Accu-Chek FastClix finger pricker needs to be pressed firmly against the skin. Check if a lancet is inserted in the finger pricker. 
• Sometimes the blood does not appear immediately after lancing. Massaging the finger by gently squeezing it towards the fingertip helps to form a drop of blood.