{"product_id":"contour-plus-blood-glucose-monitoring-system","title":"Contour Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eContour Plus Blood Glucose Monitoring System\u003c\/b\u003e (by Ascensia Diabetes Care, formerly Bayer) is a highly reliable, user-friendly device designed for home blood sugar tracking. It is well-regarded for its high precision, exceeding minimum international accuracy standards (ISO 15197:2013).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSecond-Chance® Sampling:\u003c\/b\u003e If the first drop of blood isn't enough, the meter beeps and allows you to apply more blood to the \u003ci\u003esame\u003c\/i\u003e strip within 30 to 60 seconds (model dependent), preventing wasted strips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Coding® Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e The meter automatically codes itself when a strip is inserted, eliminating user programming errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMultiPulse Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e It evaluates a single blood sample 7 times across multiple electronic pulses to ensure extreme accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003esmartLIGHT™ Indicator:\u003c\/b\u003e Newer versions (like the Contour Plus Elite or Blue) feature a built-in color-coded light system that immediately reveals if your reading is within target (green), above target (amber), or below target (red). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmart Connectivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Many models feature Bluetooth syncing to the free \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContour Diabetes App\u003c\/span\u003e, allowing you to log, trend, and share your blood sugar history electronically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMemory \u0026amp; Testing Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e It stores up to 480 or 800 results (depending on the exact model version) and provides a fast 5-second countdown. It requires a tiny sample size of just 0.6 μL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Use the Meter Step-by-Step\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ol1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrepare:\u003c\/b\u003e Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water, then dry them completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet Up Lancing Device:\u003c\/b\u003e Insert a fresh, sterile lancet into your lancing pen, twist off its protective cap, and prime the device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower On:\u003c\/b\u003e Push a fresh \u003cb\u003eContour Plus Test Strip\u003c\/b\u003e (gray square end first) into the meter's port. The screen will turn on automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrick \u0026amp; Sample:\u003c\/b\u003e Lance the side of your finger pad. Touch the very tip of the test strip to the blood drop; the strip will automatically \"sip\" the blood inside. Hold it there until the meter beeps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRead:\u003c\/b\u003e Wait for the 5-second countdown. Your blood glucose reading will appear on the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClean Up:\u003c\/b\u003e Safely eject the used strip and discard the lancet into a puncture-proof sharps container. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Maintenance \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrip Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e This meter \u003cb\u003eonly works with Contour Plus Test Strips\u003c\/b\u003e. It is completely incompatible with \u003ci\u003eContour Next\u003c\/i\u003e strips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep your test strips in their original tightly sealed container. They feature a 24-month shelf life even after opening, provided they are kept away from extreme heat and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/b\u003e The device typically runs on two 3V lithium batteries (CR2032 or DL2032). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67690029941036,"sku":null,"price":2575.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/contour-plus-glucometer.jpg?v=1793168231","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/contour-plus-blood-glucose-monitoring-system","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}