What are the main differences between the old and the new Accu-Chek Active test strips?

There are 2 main differences: The Accu-Chek Active test strip uses a new chemistry, eliminating clinically relevant interferences with maltose. The color of both the test area on the test strip and code chip is now green.

Is it possible to use the old test strip with the new meter?

Yes, it is possible.

Is it possible to use the new test strip with the old and actual meter?

Yes, it is possible to use the new test strip with all Accu-Chek Active meter generations.

Is the Accu-Chek Performa system approved for use in clinical settings such as hospitals?

The Accu-Chek Performa meter is not approved for use in clinical settings in the United States and Canada, although the Accu-Chek Performa meter is cleared to test capillary, venous, arterial, and neonatal blood samples.

How should my meter tests compare with lab results?

Because your monitor and lab tests don't measure the same thing, these numbers are likely to vary. Lab tests generally test plasma, but a meter uses whole blood. As a result, even if you take both tests at the exact same time, your meter is likely to...

How does Roche assure that the Accu-Chek Performa system provides accurate results?

Roche goes above and beyond to deliver safe, accurate and dependable products. ...

How do I set or change the time and date on my meter?

Watch this short video to see how easy it is to set the date and time. ...

Where can I find out what an error code or screen message is telling me?

Visit your meter' Screen Messages page for a list of messages and definitions or download the User Manual for your meter.

Does the meter provide information if the test strip has expired?

No, the meter will no longer provide an automatic warning message telling you that your vial of test strips will soon expire or lock you out once they have expired.

Can I delete stored results?

With the new Accu-Chek Performa blood glucose meters, it is not necessary to delete stored results. Once 500 blood sugar (glucose) results are in the memory, adding a new result causes the oldest one to be deleted.

What software may be used with my Accu-Chek blood glucose monitor?

The meter is compatible with all Accu-Chek data management tools, including the Accu-Chek 360 o  diabetes management system.

Can I silence the test reminder if needed?

Yes. Simply go into setup mode and turn the beeper off.

How do the test reminders work?

You can set up to 4 test reminders per day. At the set reminder time, the meter will beep every 2 minutes, up to 3 times per reminder. The meter will not beep if the meter is on at the reminder time, or if a test has been run within 30 minutes of the...

Does the meter support a reminder function?

Yes. If the post-meal reminder marker is selected, the meter will beep 2 hours after the pre-meal test to remind you to perform a post-meal test. You can change the pre-meal test reminder to 1 hour after the pre-meal test.

What type of test results can be marked?

To mark a test result or set a post-meal reminder: ...