Prodigy Control Solutions: Guide
Maintaining Accuracy with Prodigy Control Solutions
Prodigy Control Solutions are essential diagnostic liquids used to verify that your glucose monitoring system is performing correctly. By using these solutions instead of blood, you can confirm that your test strips and meter are providing reliable readings. This is a critical step for anyone managing diabetes who relies on precise data for daily health decisions. These solutions contain a known amount of glucose that reacts with the test strips to ensure the system is within the manufacturer’s specified range.
How to Choose the Right Solution Level
- When using a new vial of test strips for the first time.
- If you drop your glucose meter or suspect it may be damaged.
- When your blood glucose results do not match how you feel.
- To practice the testing procedure without using your own blood.
Choosing the right solution depends on the range you wish to test. Most manufacturers recommend testing at different levels to ensure accuracy across the spectrum of glucose readings. You should consider using a control solution in the following scenarios:
Best Prodigy Control Solutions for Your Meter
Selecting the appropriate level of solution ensures your meter is calibrated correctly for both high and low glucose environments.
Best for Low Range Verification: This solution is designed to verify that your meter accurately detects lower glucose levels, which is vital for identifying hypoglycemia.
Best for High Range Verification: Use this to ensure your monitoring system correctly identifies elevated glucose levels, helping you manage hyperglycemia effectively.
Tips for Successful Control Testing
To get the best results, ensure your solution is at room temperature before testing. Always discard the first drop of solution to clear any residue from the tip of the bottle. If your results fall outside the range listed on your control solutions packaging, repeat the test. If the second test also fails, you may need to replace your test strips or inspect your glucose meters for errors. Remember that control solutions typically expire 90 days after opening, regardless of the date printed on the bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I use Prodigy control solution?
It is recommended to perform a control test at least once a week, or whenever you open a new vial of test strips. You should also test if you suspect your meter is providing inaccurate results.
Can I use Prodigy solution with other meter brands?
Control solutions are generally brand-specific. You should use Prodigy solutions only with Prodigy meters and strips to ensure the glucose concentration matches the system’s calibration requirements.
Where can I find the expected range for my control test?
The expected range for the control solution is usually printed on the side of your test strip vial or on the test strip packaging. It is not printed on the control solution bottle itself.
