Storage and Handling
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Store control strips in a cool, dry place. Store away from heat and
direct sunlight.
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Transport and store in its closed canister within 2-30 ºC (36-86 ºF),
less than 85% humidity.
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Do not freeze or refrigerate.
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Replace the cap on the control strip vial immediately after removing it
from container.
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A new canister of control strips may be used for 1 year after first being
opened. The opened expiration date is 1 year after the date the
canister was first opened. Write the opened expiration date on the
canister label after opening. Discard the canister 1 year after it is first
opened. Usage after this period may result in inaccurate readings.
Note: The expiration date is printed in a Year-Month format.
For example, 2011-01 is January, 2011.
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