Accu-Chek FastClix Lancets
FAQs
General questions
<p>It is important to dispose of used lancets so they cannot cause injury. Whilst used Accu-Chek FastClix lancet drums can safely be disposed of in household waste, some local councils provide a sharps disposal service by supplying individuals with sharps bins and collecting them when they are full.</p>
<p>We recommend that the drums are stored in their original packaging. Keep your drums clean and protect them from extremes of temperature.</p>
<p>The most comfortable setting of your Accu-Chek FastClix lancing device will depend on a few things:</p><ul><li>Your skin – softer, thinner skin requires a shallower setting than thicker skin.</li><li>The required blood sample – the more blood you require, the higher the setting you'll need.</li><li>The optimal penetration depth is a combination of both. Start with a low setting when using the device for the first time. Adjust to a higher setting until the blood volume is correct.</li></ul>
<p>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.</p><p>Never use a lancet that has been used by someone else, or share the finger pricker with anyone, to guard against cross infection.</p>
<p>No, for safety and hygiene reasons, once the lancet has been changed it is not possible to re-select a previous one.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<ul><li>The penetration depth is too shallow. Please select a higher penetration depth setting.</li><li>The Accu-Chek FastClix finger pricker needs to be pressed firmly against the skin. Check if a lancet is inserted in the finger pricker. </li><li>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.</li></ul>
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