Abbott Diabetes Care is Recalling FreeStyle InsuLinx Blood Glucose Meters

At extremely high blood glucose levels of 1024 mg/dL and above, the FreeStyle InsuLinx meter

will display and store in memory an incorrect test result that is 1024 mg/dL below the measured result.

Example: For a blood glucose value of 1066 mg/dL, the meter will display and store a value of 42 mg/dL (1066 mg/dL – 1024 mg/dL = 42 mg/dL).

The likelihood of experiencing extremely high blood glucose levels 1024 mg/dL and above is rare. However, when they occur, they are a serious health risk and require immediate medical attention. If the FreeStyle InsuLinx

 

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