Wash hands with soap and warm water. Load lancet into lancing device and twist off protective cap. Choose a spot on the side of a different finger each time you take a blood sample. Follow lancing device manufacturer's instructions for obtaining a blood sample. Eject lancet from lancing device and snap-on safety cap before discarding.
Lancets become dull and painful when re-used.
For your safety, never share a lancet with another person. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.