What if I make a mistake loading the testing slide, will it impact my test results?

Yes, mistakes loading the slide can impact your test results. Here are some guidelines:

• Make sure the sample is well liquefied (not thick or clumpy) after adding the pink powder by swirling if often.
• Make sure the sample is fully liquefied before adding it to the red dot on the slide.
• Ensure the triangle area of the test slide is filled completely (the whole triangle should be light pink).  Watch closely as you fill the slide – the sample can be hard to see.
• If the sample does not liquify in 10 minutes, or the slide will not take the sample, wait an additional 10 minutes, and try again using the same slide.
• Ensure the slide is loaded “right side up” with your sample and is not upside down.
• Make sure there are no bubbles in the pipette dropper.
• Ensure the slide is clean after loading – there should not be overflow sample on the top of the slide.
• Make sure the slide is inserted entirely into the testing chamber.
• Do not touch the unit during testing.