How to Use Accurex Lipid Profile Meter & LPS-101 Test Strips: Step-by-Step Guide
Dr Pramod kumar
The Accurex Lipid Profile Meter / Blood Lipid Analysis System is a portable point-of-care system designed for quantitative lipid testing using compatible dry-chemistry test strips.
When used with the LPS-101 3-in-1 Lipid Panel Strip, one test directly measures:
- Total Cholesterol – TC
- HDL Cholesterol
- Triglycerides – TG
The compatible meter can then calculate:
- LDL Cholesterol
- TC/HDL Ratio
Correct testing depends on more than simply applying blood to a strip. The correct code chip, specimen type, strip, sample volume and application timing must all be checked before the test begins.
This guide explains the complete Accurex LPM-101 testing workflow using the LPS-101 lipid profile strip.
Accurex LPS-101 Testing at a Glance
| Testing Detail | Accurex LPS-101 |
|---|---|
| Compatible Meter | Accurex / LPM-101 Blood Lipid Analysis System |
| Strip | LPS-101 3-in-1 Lipid Panel Strip |
| Directly Measures | TC + HDL + TG |
| Calculated Results | LDL + TC/HDL Ratio |
| Sample Volume | Approximately 35 µL |
| Capillary Sample | Use the second blood drop |
| Test Time | Approximately 2 minutes |
| Operating Temperature | Approximately 10°C–35°C |
| Calibration | Matching code-chip system |
Before You Start: What You Need
For an LPS-101 lipid profile test, prepare:
- Accurex LPM-101 Lipid Profile Meter
- LPS-101 Lipid Profile Test Strip
- Code chip supplied with the LPS-101 strip box
- Safety lancet or compatible lancing device
- Capillary transfer tube or pipette
- Clean gloves where appropriate
- Sharps / biomedical-waste disposal container
Do not begin the test until the required supplies are ready.
Step 1: Check the Accurex Meter
Before testing, inspect the meter.
Confirm that:
- The meter is clean.
- The test-strip holder is free from contamination.
- The meter has adequate battery charge.
- The meter is not being charged during testing.
- The meter and test materials are within the permitted operating temperature.
The manufacturer specifies testing conditions of approximately 10°C–35°C.
If the meter has recently been moved from a very hot or cold environment, allow it and the testing materials to reach suitable operating conditions before testing.
Step 2: Check the LPS-101 Test Strip Pack
Before removing a strip, check:
- The product is LPS-101.
- The strip pack is intended for the compatible Accurex / LPM-101 system.
- The printed expiry date has not passed.
- The packaging is not damaged.
- The strips have been stored correctly.
Do not use a strip that is expired, wet, discoloured, bent or visibly damaged.
View Accurex Lipid Profile Test Strips – 25 Pack
Step 3: Insert the Correct Code Chip
Each new box of Accurex test strips is supplied with a corresponding code chip.
Before testing:
- Locate the code chip supplied with the LPS-101 strip box.
- Check the code printed on the chip.
- Compare it with the code printed on the strip box, canister or foil packaging.
- Insert the matching code chip into the meter's code-chip slot.
- Turn on the meter.
- Verify that the displayed code matches the strip-pack code.
Do not proceed if the codes do not match.
Why Code-Chip Matching Matters
The code chip provides calibration information corresponding to the strip lot.
Using:
- An old chip
- A chip from another strip box
- A chip from TCS-101, TGS-101 or HLS-101
- A chip from a different lot
should not be assumed to provide the correct calibration for the current LPS-101 strips.
Keep each strip box and its code chip together.
Step 4: Confirm the Specimen Type
The Accurex meter supports different specimen types, including:
- Capillary whole blood
- Venous whole blood
- Plasma
- Serum
Before testing, verify that the specimen setting displayed by the meter corresponds to the sample you are actually using.
If it does not, select the correct specimen type according to the meter instructions before continuing.
Step 5: Insert the LPS-101 Strip
Wait until the meter is ready for a test strip.
Then:
- Remove one LPS-101 strip from its protective packaging.
- Hold the strip by the appropriate handling area.
- Follow the arrows printed on the strip.
- Insert the strip into the meter's test-strip holder.
- Push it completely into the holder until it cannot be inserted further.
The meter will prepare for specimen application.
Step 6: Wait for the Blood-Drop Symbol
Do not apply the specimen immediately after inserting the strip.
Wait until the meter displays the flashing:
Blood-drop / specimen symbol
This indicates that the system is ready to receive the sample.
Step 7: Prepare for Capillary Blood Collection
For fingertip testing:
- Wash the hands with soap and water.
- Dry the hands thoroughly.
- Prepare a sterile safety lancet or lancing device.
- Select an appropriate fingertip puncture site.
- Perform the finger prick.
Do not test from a finger that is still wet from washing, alcohol or another liquid.
Step 8: Wipe Away the First Drop of Blood
For capillary testing, the manufacturer's LPM-101 procedure specifically instructs users to:
Wipe away the first drop of blood.
Then allow a second drop to form.
The second drop is used for the lipid test.
Step 9: Collect Approximately 35 µL of Blood
The LPS-101 3-in-1 lipid panel requires approximately:
35 µL of specimen
The manufacturer recommends using a:
- Capillary transfer tube
- or suitable pipette
to obtain the correct volume.
When using the capillary transfer tube:
- Hold the tube slightly downward.
- Touch the tube tip gently to the blood drop.
- Allow capillary action to draw the sample.
- Continue until the specimen reaches the indicated fill line.
Do not squeeze the capillary tube while collecting the blood sample.
Why Sample Volume Matters
The LPS-101 strip simultaneously measures multiple lipid parameters.
An inadequate specimen can affect how the test strip fills and reacts.
For reliable testing:
- Collect the required quantity.
- Avoid partial filling.
- Do not guess the volume.
- Use the recommended transfer device.
Step 10: Apply the 35 µL Sample to the Strip
While the blood-drop symbol is flashing:
- Position the transfer tube or pipette over the specimen application area.
- Align it with the centre of the designated application region.
- Apply the approximately 35 µL sample.
- Avoid touching or scratching the strip with the tube or pipette tip.
The specimen should be applied cleanly to the designated area.
Do Not Apply Blood Too Early
Only apply the specimen after the meter shows that it is ready.
Applying blood before the appropriate prompt can interfere with the normal testing workflow.
Do Not Add More Blood Later
If an inadequate amount of specimen was applied and the test fails, do not keep adding blood to the same strip.
Instead:
- Remove and discard the used strip.
- Insert a new LPS-101 strip.
- Collect the correct amount of fresh specimen.
- Repeat the test.
Step 11: Wait While the Accurex Meter Performs the Test
After sufficient specimen has been applied, the meter begins testing automatically.
The display shows flashing dashes while the test is in progress.
Do not:
- Remove the test strip
- Switch off the meter
- Move the strip
- Add more sample
during the active measurement.
Step 12: Read the Results After Approximately 2 Minutes
The Accurex lipid profile results are displayed in approximately:
2 minutes
With the LPS-101 lipid panel, the system can provide:
- Total Cholesterol – TC
- HDL Cholesterol
- Triglycerides – TG
- Calculated LDL Cholesterol
- Calculated TC/HDL Ratio
Measured vs Calculated Accurex Results
| Parameter | Result Type |
|---|---|
| Total Cholesterol | Measured |
| HDL Cholesterol | Measured |
| Triglycerides | Measured |
| LDL Cholesterol | Calculated |
| TC/HDL Ratio | Calculated |
Step 13: Remove the Used Test Strip
Once the result has been displayed:
- Record or review the result as required.
- Remove the used test strip.
- Dispose of the strip appropriately.
- Dispose of the lancet in a suitable sharps container.
Test strips and lancets are single-use items.
Do Not Reuse LPS-101 Test Strips
Each LPS-101 strip is intended for one test only.
Never:
- Wash a used strip
- Reuse it with a new sample
- Use the same strip for another patient
- Return a used strip to its packaging
Step 14: Clean the Meter After the Testing Session
The manufacturer recommends cleaning the Accurex / LPM-101 meter after each day of testing.
General cleaning includes:
- Wiping the meter surface with a clean cotton cloth
- Using a slightly damp cloth where necessary
- Using a dry soft cloth for the LCD and sensor area
- Keeping the strip holder clean
Avoid allowing liquid to enter:
- The test-strip holder
- The code-chip slot
- The USB port
Do Not Scratch the Optical Sensor Window
The meter relies on an optical system to read the strip reaction.
When cleaning the sensor region:
- Use a soft cotton swab where appropriate.
- Do not use sharp objects.
- Do not scratch the transparent sensor window.
- Do not use aggressive organic solvents.
Can the Accurex Meter Be Used While Charging?
No.
The LPM-101 uses a rechargeable lithium battery, but the meter is not intended to perform testing while actively charging.
Charge the device before beginning a testing session if battery power is low.
Using Venous Whole Blood
The Accurex system can also support venous whole blood testing.
For professional venous specimens:
- Use the anticoagulant specified by the manufacturer.
- Mix whole-blood specimens adequately before testing.
- Use the required sample volume.
- Apply the specimen with an appropriate pipette or transfer tube.
- Do not touch the strip with the pipette tip.
Follow the current LPS-101 package insert for specimen handling and testing timelines.
Using Serum or Plasma
The Accurex Blood Lipid Analysis System also supports serum and plasma specimens according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Before testing:
- Select the correct specimen type on the meter.
- Ensure proper sample preparation.
- Use an appropriate transfer device.
- Apply the required sample volume.
Professional users should follow their laboratory's applicable specimen-handling procedures.
Capillary vs Venous Blood: Do Not Forget the Meter Setting
Because the system supports different specimen types, the meter should be configured correctly before testing.
Do not assume that the previous sample-type setting is correct for the next patient or specimen.
Check it before every testing session.
What If the Meter Does Not Recognise the Strip?
Check:
- That LPS-101 is compatible with the meter
- The strip orientation
- Whether the strip is completely inserted
- Strip expiry
- Physical damage
- The test-strip holder for contamination
Do not force the strip into the meter.
What If the Meter Shows a Code-Chip Error?
The LPM-101 manual identifies code-chip recognition as an essential part of testing.
If the chip is missing, removed or incorrect:
- Check the code chip.
- Confirm it belongs to the current strip box.
- Reinsert it correctly.
- Verify that the displayed code matches.
Do not continue testing with a known code mismatch.
What If the Meter Shows an Expired-Strip Error?
Check:
- The printed strip expiry date
- The meter date setting
- The strip packaging
- The correct code chip
Use a fresh, in-date strip where required.
What If the Temperature Is Too High or Too Low?
The LPM-101 operates within approximately:
10°C–35°C
If the surrounding temperature is outside that range, the meter may prevent testing or display an environmental-temperature error.
Move the meter and testing materials to an appropriate environment and allow them to equilibrate before repeating the test.
What If the Result Seems Unexpected?
Review the complete testing process:
- Correct strip used?
- Strip within expiry?
- Correct code chip?
- Correct specimen type selected?
- Correct sample volume?
- Second blood drop used for capillary testing?
- Sample applied only after the prompt?
- Operating temperature correct?
- Meter and sensor clean?
Where appropriate, repeat using a new strip and fresh specimen.
Unexpected or clinically important results should be confirmed using appropriate laboratory testing when indicated.
Common Accurex Testing Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | Correct Practice |
|---|---|
| Using the wrong code chip | Use the chip supplied with the current strip box |
| Using the first capillary blood drop | Wipe it away and use the second drop |
| Guessing sample volume | Collect approximately 35 µL with an appropriate transfer device |
| Applying blood before the prompt | Wait for the flashing blood-drop symbol |
| Adding more blood after a failed fill | Repeat with a new strip |
| Removing strip during testing | Leave the strip inserted until the result appears |
| Testing while charging | Disconnect charger and test using battery power |
Quick Accurex LPS-101 Testing Checklist
- ✓ Confirm LPS-101 strip compatibility
- ✓ Check expiry date
- ✓ Match the code chip
- ✓ Confirm specimen type
- ✓ Insert strip completely
- ✓ Wait for the blood-drop symbol
- ✓ For capillary blood, wipe away the first drop
- ✓ Use the second blood drop
- ✓ Collect approximately 35 µL
- ✓ Apply sample to the designated application area
- ✓ Do not add more specimen later
- ✓ Wait approximately 2 minutes
- ✓ Dispose of strip and lancet safely
- ✓ Clean the meter after the day's testing
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use the Accurex Lipid Profile Meter?
Insert the correct code chip, verify the specimen type, insert an LPS-101 strip, wait for the blood-drop symbol, apply approximately 35 µL of specimen and allow the meter to complete the test.
How much blood does the Accurex LPS-101 strip require?
Approximately 35 µL.
Should I use the first or second blood drop?
For capillary testing, the manufacturer instructs users to wipe away the first drop and use the second blood drop.
How quickly are results available?
Results are displayed in approximately 2 minutes.
What does LPS-101 measure?
It directly measures Total Cholesterol, HDL and Triglycerides. The meter can then calculate LDL and TC/HDL ratio where applicable.
Do I need a code chip?
Yes. Use the code chip supplied with the current strip box and verify that the codes match.
Can I use an old code chip with a new strip box?
Do not assume that it is compatible. Use the chip supplied with each new box of strips.
Can I add more blood if I did not apply enough?
No. If a test fails because of insufficient specimen, repeat using a new strip and the correct amount of fresh specimen.
Can I test while the Accurex meter is charging?
No. The LPM-101 is not operational for testing while charging.
Can I use venous blood?
Yes. Venous whole blood is supported according to the manufacturer's specimen instructions.
Can I use serum or plasma?
Yes. The system supports serum and plasma as well as whole-blood specimens.
What temperature should I test at?
The manufacturer specifies approximately 10°C–35°C for system operation.
Can I reuse an LPS-101 strip?
No. Accurex lipid test strips are single-use only.
How often should the meter be cleaned?
The manufacturer recommends cleaning the meter after each day of testing.
What should I do if the result looks wrong?
Review strip compatibility, expiry, code-chip matching, specimen type, sample volume, collection technique, operating temperature and meter cleanliness. Repeat with a new strip when appropriate and obtain laboratory confirmation for clinically important unexpected results.
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Important Medical & Testing Note
The Accurex Lipid Profile Meter is an in-vitro diagnostic point-of-care system and should be used only with compatible test strips and according to the current manufacturer instructions.
Before every test, verify:
- The exact strip reference
- The correct code chip
- The selected specimen type
- The strip expiry date
- The required specimen volume
- The operating conditions
- The condition and cleanliness of the meter
Unexpected, abnormal or clinically significant lipid results should be interpreted in the appropriate clinical context and confirmed with laboratory testing when indicated.
These diagnostic products are non-returnable and non-exchangeable.
Please verify the meter model, strip compatibility, required test parameters and pack size before placing your order.
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