Dropped test strips on floor

[AlyMcF]

I dropped about fifteen test strips on the kitchen floor today. Considering they cost about a dollar each (AlphaTrak ones) I'm wondering if they are ok to use. I threw away the one that got wet and put the rest in a ziploc bag. What would you do?

 

[Andy & Pimp]

I would probably use and double check any wonky readings with different meter or new pack of strips

I started with an AT, used up all the starter strips, and then switch to ReliOn because the meter and 100 strips cost less than 50 AT strips. Strips are $0.19 apiece

 

[Squalliesmom]

I agree, I would use them, and double check any unusual readings.

 

[Larry and Kitties]

Place them back in the vial. The vial has a desiccant inside since moisture effects the strips.

 

[Melanie and Smokey]

Definitely get them back in the vial. They shouldn't be exposed to light. Whenever I've forgotten my vial open for my Aviva strips it has made them not work.

 

[Squalliesmom]

Place them back in the vial. The vial has a desiccant inside since moisture effects the strips.

Yes, I would be concerned about any moisture accumulating in the ziplock bag!

 

[Brashworks]

The vial has a desiccant inside since moisture effects the strips.

Learn something new every day!

They shouldn't be exposed to light. Whenever I've forgotten my vial open for my Aviva strips it has made them not work.

I've never taken mine out for any extended period of time but this is good to know!