Are One Touch Ultra test strips discontinued?

Are One Touch Ultra test strips discontinued?

Last updated on Dec 3, 2018. LifeScan has discontinued the manufacturing the OneTouch Ultra and OneTouch UltraSmart Meters, effective December 31, 2012. This action was taken due to a shift in demand from these products to the newer OneTouch Brand Blood Glucose Meters and not the result of any safety issues.

What test strips go with OneTouch Ultra Mini?

The UniStrip Glucose Test Strips work with the OneTouch Ultra, OneTouch Ultra2, OneTouch UltraSmart, and OneTouch UltraMini meters saving the user test strips and money. The capillary action automatically draws the blood sample into the…

What does code 25 mean on OneTouch Ultra?

Each time you test, simply confirm the code on the meter and code on the test strip vial match (25) and start testing.

Can you use generic glucose test strips?

A generic test strip may not work with your monitor even if it looks exactly like the brand name one. If your results seem unusual, the generic test strips may not be working properly.

How long does a One Touch Ultra Mini meter last?

OneTouch Ultra 2 Records results for before and after meals. The monitor can provide before and after glucose averages for 7, 14, and 30 days and trends can be monitored. It comes with a backlight for easier nighttime viewing. A 3V battery is required.

What causes false low blood sugar readings?

Accuracy may be limited due to strip manufacturing variances, strip storage, and aging. They may also be due to limitations on the environment such as temperature or altitude or to patient factors such as improper coding, incorrect hand washing, altered hematocrit, or naturally occurring interfering substances.

How do I use a OneTouch Ultra® test strip?

Start with the meter off. Insert a OneTouch Ultra ® test strip into a OneTouch Ultra ® meter with the 3 contact bars facing you. Push the test strip in as far as it will go. Do not bend the test strip. Match the code on the meter with the code on the test strip vial.

Which OneTouch test strips have the lowest copay?

OneTouch ® Ultra ® test strips have the lowest copay on the most health plans.* Always covered on Traditional Medicare Part B — $0 with most supplemental health plans.** See if you qualify for a free meter and upgrade to the OneTouch Verio Flex ® meter.

What is OneTouch Ultra control solution used for?

OneTouch Ultra ® control solution contains a known amount of glucose and is used to check that the meter and the test strips are working properly. See full instructions in your User Guide on how to perform a control solution test.

What should I read before using the OneTouch® UltraMini® Meter?

Before using the OneTouch ® UltraMini ® meter to test your blood glucose, carefully read the User Guide and inserts that come with the components of the system. Need more answers not related to this specific product?