Chapter 4: Linearity Testing for Healthcare
Professionals
Introduction
Testing linearity solutions with varying glucose levels establishes the range of values from
lowest to highest values for which the meter is proven capable of giving accurate results.
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Follow the guidelines of your facility's regulatory agency.
Test linearity solutions the same way a control solution is tested.
Testing Intervals
Follow your facility's policy for linearity testing intervals.
It is recommended that the linearity of the system be verified the first time before using the
meter for patient testing.
Linearity testing can be performed periodically to check the performance of the system