Diabetic Seniors

A diabetes finger stick test requires a drop of fresh blood lanced from a clean, dry finger. Fortunately, Palco Labs makes blood sampling products that simplify the process while minimizing pain.

Using Palco lancets and following a few simple steps, you can ensure you get a proper sample every time.

• Always use fresh Palco lancets — reusing them can lead to calluses, infections and increased pain.
• Apply the drop of blood to the test spot area of the test strip. Do not allow your finger to touch the test spot.
• Use a fresh test strip. Test strips are only good for three months after opening the vial. An expired strip may provide inaccurate results. When opening a new container of test strips, be sure to code your meter using control solution and a new strip.
• If the entire color spot area does not show full color development (not enough blood) or appears “wet” (too much blood), discard the strip and repeat the test with a new test strip.
• If your test results in an abnormally high or low test reading (a number you feel does not match your symptoms), use control solution to check that your meter is coded properly, then retest using fresh Palco lancets.

About Palco Labs

Palco Labs, Inc has been in the healthcare business for more than 25 years, focusing on blood sampling and injection aid products that reduce pain. During that time, Palco Labs has sold more than 50 million lancing devices.

Palco diabetes products include these well-known brands:

Auto-LancetTM “Classic” — This re-usable lancing device has set the standard for quality, comfort and adjustability since 1983. It’s the only lancing device with a lifetime warranty.

EZ-Lance® — This disposable safety lancet features an extra-large tab for easy removal and an ergonomic thumb groove. The high-speed, in-line needle strike minimizes the perception of pain. Safety features include a non- re-cockable feature that eliminates the possibility of reuse. The EZ-Lance needle is covered at all times before and after lancing.

EZ-Lancets(TM) — These premium Palco lancets have precision engineered needle edges to reduce discomfort and promote quick healing. EZ-Lancets fit most re-usable finger lancing devices, and are available in three sizes: 21 gauge, 26 gauge and 30 gauge.

Inject-Ease® — Palco Labs makes injections easy — even if you are fearful of injections — with the Inject-Ease device. In fact, an independent clinical study showed that 91 percent of participants reported less fear of injections with the Inject-Ease. After placing a loaded syringe in the Inject-Ease, you just place the tip against your skin and press the button to automatically deliver the needle through the skin. The special tip is designed to reduce the sensation of pain. Inject-Ease also allows for one-handed use so you can access hard-to-reach injection sites.

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