Glucoplus Test Strips – 25’s

Details

Glucoplus Test Strips are the essential, disposable component of the Glucoplus blood glucose monitoring system. They are designed to collect a small blood sample and initiate the chemical reaction necessary for the meter to calculate the glucose concentration. They ensure the meter functions correctly and provides actionable results, which is vital for patients in Tanzania and across Africa who rely on consistent, quality monitoring for long-term diabetes control and complication prevention.

Product Details

Glucoplus Test Strips are primarily sold in sealed vials to protect against humidity. Common packaging sizes include:

• Vials of 25 strips (Standard refill size).
• Boxes containing 50 strips (Often two sealed vials of 25 strips).

Uses

The Glucoplus Test Strips are used exclusively for:

• Quantitative determination of blood glucose levels with the Glucoplus meter.
• Tracking blood sugar response to medication, diet, and physical activity.
• Aiding in the detection and management of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia episodes.

How to Use

Provide clear usage instructions:

• Application: Insert the metallic end of a fresh strip into the Glucoplus meter. Once the meter is ready, touch the strip’s absorbent tip to the drop of blood until the chamber fills completely.
• Dosing (Use): Use one (1) test strip per blood glucose reading. Test strips are strictly for single use and must be discarded immediately after obtaining a result.
• Handling: Never reuse a strip. Only touch the strip on the edges to avoid contamination of the reaction area.

Side Effects

Test strips are inert consumables and do not cause systemic side effects. However, using damaged, expired, or improperly stored strips is a risk, as it will lead to inaccurate and unreliable blood glucose readings, which can have dangerous consequences if treatment decisions are based on the false data. Always ensure the strip is intact and within its use-by date.

Interactions

The most critical interaction is meter compatibility: Glucoplus Test Strips are only compatible with Glucoplus brand meters. Environmental factors can drastically affect the strips’ performance: excessive humidity or heat will damage the enzymatic coating and render the results inaccurate. Do not expose strips to direct sunlight or moisture. Advise users to perform tests only within the temperature range specified in the meter’s manual.

Warnings

Key safety warnings to note:

• Storage is Critical: Always store the strips in the original vial with the cap tightly closed immediately after removing a strip. Exposure to air and moisture is the primary cause of strip degradation.
• Expiration Date: Always check the vial’s expiry date and the “discard after opening” period (usually 3 to 6 months after first opening). Discard expired strips.
• Contamination: Ensure hands and the testing area are clean and dry before use.
• Blood Volume: Do not try to re-apply blood to a strip that has already begun testing—this will corrupt the result.

A Summary Table of Important Information

How Glucoplus Test Strips Works

Glucoplus Test Strips function as miniature chemical laboratories. The strip tip is coated with specific chemicals, including an enzyme like Glucose Oxidase or Glucose Dehydrogenase. When the blood sample is applied, the enzyme catalyzes the oxidation of glucose. This reaction then generates electrons (an electrical current) through a mediator chemical, which is proportional to the amount of glucose in the blood. The Glucoplus meter reads this tiny electrical current via the contacts on the strip and converts the measurement into the final displayed blood glucose value.