5 Operation
5.2.8 Disposing of the lancets
WARNING
Lancets are intended to be used only
once.
Used test strips and lancets are
considered hazardous, biological
non-biodegradable waste.
Dispose of them taking into account
that they are capable of spreading
infection.
Dispose of the lancets so that there is
no risk of injury or infection to other
people.
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1. Open the lancing
device by twisting
the protective cap.
Insert the used lancet
needle into a flat side
of protective end
without touching the
lancet.
Hold the lancet holder
and carefully eject the
lancet.
2. Dispose of the used
lancets properly (see
warning below).