CONTOUR Test Strips is a dependable solution for consistently checking blood glucose levels. Designed for the Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Monitoring System, they ensure prompt and precise results for individuals of every age. The test strips feature No Coding™ technology and a distinctive flip-top bottle, making the process smooth and ensuring they remain fresh for up to half a year after first use.

Key Features

• Innovative No Coding™ tech reduces miscoding errors
• Results in just 5 seconds
• Only a 0.6 microliters blood sample needed
• Distinctive flip-top bottle for convenience
• Integrated desiccant for prolonged freshness post-opening
• Clear visibility of sample fills for precise readings
• Specially designed for comfortable handling

What are the benefits of using CONTOUR Test Strips 50?

Among the chief advantages of CONTOUR Test Strips 50 are rapid and precise glucose level checks, user-friendly design, and the distinctive bottle design that ensures freshness for up to six months post-opening.

How do CONTOUR Test Strips 50 work?

The strips function by gauging the glucose in a minuscule blood sample (0.6 microliters) placed on the strip. The corresponding meter powers up automatically upon strip insertion and doesn’t need any manual coding.

What does the research say about CONTOUR Test Strips 50?

Studies indicate that when used with the Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Monitoring System, the strips deliver superior blood glucose monitoring results, both in lab settings and during regular usage by health professionals or those diagnosed with diabetes.

What are the main components of CONTOUR Test Strips 50?

The primary components of the strips consist of 6% w/w FAD glucose dehydrogenase (Aspergillus sp., 2.0 U/test strip), 56% w/w potassium ferricyanide, and 38% w/w inert ingredients.

Do CONTOUR Test Strips 50 work with all Bayer Contour meters?

The strips are designed for the Bayer Contour Blood Glucose Monitoring System. However, they aren’t compatible with the Contour NEXT series, which necessitates the use of Contour NEXT strips.

How long do CONTOUR Test Strips 50 last after opening?

Thanks to their patented bottle with an integrated desiccant, the strips can stay fresh for as long as six months once opened.

How should I store my CONTOUR Test Strips 50?

It’s best to keep the strips in their original container, ensuring it's securely closed, and placing them away from direct exposure to sunlight and heat. Avoid storing them in cold environments like fridges or freezers.

1. Insert a CONTOUR test strip into the blood glucose meter. The meter will automatically turn on.
2. Clean your fingertip or palm with an alcohol swab and let it dry. Use a lancing device to prick your fingertip or palm to obtain a blood sample.
3. Gently touch the tip of the test strip to the blood drop, allowing the strip to sip the blood. The meter will display your blood glucose result after a few seconds.