Cerascreen Crs3-lmr_uk_000 Food Reaction Test Instructions

CRS3-LMR_UK_000 Food Reaction Test

Product Information

The product is a test kit designed to measure food intolerance
and allergies. It includes various components such as lancets,
swabs, plasters, dried blood spot cards, an alcohol wipe, a return
envelope, and a test-ID card with a sticker. The kit is intended
for single-use only and should be activated before sending the
sample to the laboratory. The sample should be taken between Sunday
and Tuesday and sent off on the same day.

It is important to note that the test requires a sufficient
amount of blood for accurate results. The kit should be kept away
from contagious illnesses, and users should be aware of the risks
and side effects associated with the product.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Check that all conditions are fulfilled for sample taking. Read
   the “Information and tips” section carefully.
2. Place all contents of the test kit on a clean surface.
3. Choose a spot for the prick, preferably the middle or ring
   finger of the left hand.
4. Place your hand on a firm surface.
5. Diagonally place the lancet on the tip of your finger, using
   the side of your fingertip to reduce discomfort. Press the lancet
   firmly against the finger until it releases. Note: The lancet can
   only be released once.
6. Press the thumb of your other hand below the sampling spot and
   pull back on the skin slightly.
7. To encourage blood flow, stand up and hold your hand below the
   heart. Gently massage your finger from the palm of your hand to
   your fingertip until a drop of blood forms.
8. Before collecting the blood, use the swab (not the alcohol
   wipe) to wipe off the first drop of blood. Wait until a big drop
   has formed again.
9. Let a large blood drop fall onto the marked circle on the dried
   blood spot card. If the drop doesn’t fall on its own, hold the
   dried blood spot card carefully against the drop without touching
   the paper to your finger.
10. For the best evaluation of the sample, ensure the blood drop
    covers the circle inside the marking completely. Repeat this
    process until you have completed four circles.
11. After taking the blood, use the swab and plaster to clean and
    cover the wound.
12. Remove the square code sticker from the test-ID card and stick
    it on the dried blood spot card in the designated area.
13. Allow the dried blood spot card to dry for 2 to 3 hours at room
    temperature on a flat, dry surface protected from direct
    sunlight.
14. Ensure the blood is completely dried before putting the dried
    blood card in the envelope.
15. Place the dried blood spot card in the pre-addressed return
    envelope. Close the envelope carefully and send it immediately by
    post free of charge.
16. Check if the test has been activated and dispose of the used
    parts of the test kit in the transparent plastic bag in the
    household waste.

Please note that more detailed information and assistance can be
found on the help website: help.cerascreen.com or my.cerascreen.co.uk.

Instructions for Use
Step 9
Place your hand on a firm surface. Place the lancet diagonally on the tip of your finger as shown in the illustration. Using the side of your fingertip will reduce discomfort. Press the lancet firmly against the finger until it releases. CAUTION: The lancet can only be released once!
Step 10 Press the thumb of your other hand below the sampling spot and pull back on the skin slightly.

Step 11 Encourage blood flow by standing up and holding your hand below the heart. Gently massage your finger from the palm of your hand to your fingertip until a drop of blood forms.
Step 12 Before you start collecting the blood, take the swab (NOT the alcohol wipe) and wipe off the first drop of blood. Wait until a big drop has formed again.

Step 13 Let a large blood drop fall onto the marked circle on the dried blood spot card. In case the drop doesn’t fall on its own from your finger, hold the dried blood spot card carefully against the drop without touching the paper to your finger.
Step 14 For the best evaluation of the sample, the largest possible drop of blood is required. The blood drop should cover the circle inside the marking completely.

Step 15 Repeat this process until you have completed four circles.
Step 16 After taking the blood, use the swab and plaster to clean and cover the wound.

Step 17 Remove the square code sticker from the test-ID card and stick it on the dried blood spot card in the area intended for the test-ID sticker.

2­3 h

Step 18 Allow the dried blood spot card to dry for 2 to 3 hours at room temperature. Make sure to place it flat on a dry surface, protected from direct sunlight. Make sure the blood is completely dried before putting the dried blood card in the envelope.

Step 19 Place the dried blood spot card in the preadressed return envelope. Close the envelope carefully and send it immediately by post free of charge.

Take care of your health with cerascreen® and determine the concentration of specific IgE and IgG4 antibodies in your blood. Take a sample where and when you like and send it to us free of charge. The sample is analysed in our certified partner diagnostics laboratory. You will receive your individualised results report securely through our my cerascreeen® app or web platform.

Step 20 Please check if the test has been activated and dispose of the used parts of the test kit in the transparent plastic bag in the household waste.

Manufacturer: cerascreen® GmbH Gueterbahnhofstrasse 16 19059 Schwerin Germany

www.cerascreen.info
SKU: 99090741 CRS3-LMR_UK_000 Valid from February 2023

Supplier: plaster C, swab C : Hartmann, Paul-HartmannStraße 12, 59522 Heidenheim, Germany | lancet C 0050: Becton Dickinson GmbH, Tullastrasse 8­12, Postfach 101629, 6900 Heidelberg, Germany | dried blood spot card C : Ahlstrom-Munksjö Germany GmbH, Niederschlag 1, 09471 Bärenstein, Germany

Food Intolerance Test + Allergy Test
DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Your test kit contains

1 alcohol wipe

2 plasters C, 1 swab C

1 dried blood spot card C

2 lancets C 0050

1 return envelope

1 test-ID card with sticker

Information about the test
IMPORTANT
The sample should only be taken between Sunday and Tuesday (at the latest) and sent off on the same day. Please take into account any public holidays.
Please enter your test ID to activate the test before sending us your sample. Our laboratory needs this in order to identify your sample and send you the test result. You will find more detailed information in step 2+3.
Note that a meaningful and conclusive result can only be provided if you maintain a varied diet (for around 2 weeks), before taking the sample. Food intolerances and allergies can only be detected if you have recently consumed those foods. Attention: Do not consume foods that are known to cause a strong reaction within your body (anaphylactic shock may occur!). Also, note that certain medications (e.g. antihistamines) can affect the test result. More information is available in the FAQ section on our website.

General Information
· Read the instructions for use carefully before you begin and follow the listed steps.
· Do not take a blood sample immediately after strenuous physical activity.
· If you have difficulties with the blood collection or the kit is incomplete, contact our customer service.
· The product is for single use only. · Do not touch the dried blood spot card within the markings and keep
it dust free. · Unfortunately, it is not possible to analyse blood samples that
contain less than the required amount of blood.
Contagious Illnesses
· Do not use this kit if you suffer from a blood-borne contagious illness such as hepatitis or HIV.
Risks and Side Effects
· After taking a sample of your blood, pressure sores may occur around the wound for a few days and/or a bruise may form at the injection site. Additionally, the puncture site may be visible for a few days.
· Note: Any serious incident related to the product should be reported to the manufacturer and to the competent authority of the Member State where the user is established.

Instructions for Use

Warnings
· Store this kit out of reach of children. · The kit may only be used by adults aged 18 and older. · If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, use the kit only after
consultation with your medical professional or pharmacist. · If you suffer from a congenital or acquired blood-clotting disorder
or are taking anticoagulant medication, use the kit only after consultation with your medical professional. · Use the lancets only as described in the instructions for use. · If you have problems with the sight of blood or blood sampling, take the sample only in the presence of another person or contact your medical professional or pharmacist.
If you have any questions, please visit our help website:
help.cerascreen.com

In vitro diagnostics Follow the instructions for use For single use only Store at a temperature between 2°C & 30 °C Contains 1 kit Manufacturer

Expiration Date Conformité Européenne Batch Number Item Number Pharmaceutical Registration Number Attention!

my.cerascreen.co.uk

Step 1 Check that all conditions are fulfilled for sample taking. Please read the section `Information and tips’ carefully.
Step 2
If you are a new customer, create your user account on my.cerascreen.com or in the my cerascreen® App. In our `Frequently Asked Questions’ in help.cerascreen.com you will find a guide for that.

CONTINUE

Step 3 To create your result report, log in via the my cerascreen® App (Android, iOS) or on my.cerascreen.com. Insert your six-digit ID-number according to your test-ID card under `Activate Test’ and follow the instructions.
Step 4 Place all contents of the test kit on a clean surface. Before you begin, choose a spot for the prick. TIP: the middle or ring finger of the left hand usually works best.

Step 5 Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Hold your preferred hand under warm water for at least 15 seconds to stimulate blood circulation. Dry your hand carefully with a clean towel.
Step 6 Swing your preferred arm around in a circle 5 to 10 times, fully extended if possible, in large movements to stimulate blood circulation.

Step 7 Remove the alcohol wipe from its film and use it to disinfect the tip of the preferred finger. Wait until the finger is dry again (15 sec).
Step 8 Take the lancet. (1) Rotate the protective cover once around its axis. (2) Carefully remove the protective cover. CAUTION: Do not use a lancet with a loose or missing protective cover.

References

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