Accu-Chek® Aviva Test Strips for Blood Glucose Testing

These are single-use glucose strips designed for at-home monitoring with compatible meters. They help you capture a small blood sample and see your numbers fast.

Accu-Chek® Aviva Test Strips are available for U.S. patients with US delivery from Canada. You can pay out of pocket without insurance or use your plan if it covers supplies. This page explains what the strips do, who they suit, and how to use and store them.

What Accu-Chek Is and How It Works

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing. These strips work with the Aviva family of meters to read a tiny drop of capillary blood. The meter analyzes glucose using the chemistry built into the strip, then displays a result to guide your diabetes plan. Always follow your meter’s user guide and the strip instructions for use.

Many users check before meals, two hours after eating, or as advised. The goal is consistent technique and timing so results are comparable. When technique varies, readings can vary too.

Accurate readings depend on proper storage, clean hands, and the right amount of blood. If a result does not match how you feel, repeat the test and contact your clinician if concerns persist.

When used correctly, Accu-Chek Aviva blood glucose test strips can support daily decisions about food, activity, and medicines. The strips are for single use only. Do not reuse or share.

Who It’s For

These strips are intended for people with diabetes who use an Aviva-series meter. Adults and teens who self-monitor at home may benefit. Caregivers can also use them to assist someone under guidance from a healthcare professional.

Do not use with meters outside the Aviva family. People on therapies known to interfere with certain strip chemistries should review the instruction leaflet and talk with a clinician. If you are on dialysis, receiving peritoneal solutions, or using high-dose vitamin C, ask whether your system is appropriate.

Dosage and Usage

There is no “dose,” but there is a standard process:

• Prepare hands: wash, rinse, and dry completely.
• Insert a new strip into the meter per the user guide.
• Use a sterile lancet to obtain a small fingertip drop.
• Touch the blood drop to the strip’s sample area.
• Wait for the meter to count down and display the result.
• Record the value if your meter does not store readings.

Use a clean, dry strip each time. Do not apply blood to the back of the strip. Discard used strips and lancets safely. If your care plan includes alternate site testing, follow the meter manual for site selection and timing, as results can differ compared with fingertip checks after meals or exercise. For replacement lancets, see Softclix Lancets.

Strengths and Forms

Packaging options may include vials in different box sizes. Availability can vary by partner pharmacy and timing.

• Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips 50 count
• Other pack sizes may be offered when available.

Each strip is single use. Follow your meter’s instructions for compatibility.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you skip a planned check, test at the next scheduled time. Do not overtest immediately to make up a missed reading unless your plan instructs otherwise. If you feel unwell or have symptoms of high or low glucose, test promptly and follow your clinician’s guidance.

Storage and Travel Basics

Keep strips in the original vial with the cap closed. Store at room conditions away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Do not transfer strips to another container. Use before the expiration date, and discard any strip from a vial left uncapped for an extended time.

When traveling, carry supplies in your hand luggage with a backup meter and extra strips. Keep vials sealed until use and avoid bathrooms or humid environments for storage. Pack a copy of your diabetes plan and meter instructions in case you need help while away. We use temperature-controlled handling when required.

If you suspect environmental exposure, compare a reading with a control solution per your manual. Replace opened vials on a regular schedule as directed by the leaflet.

Benefits

This medicine class supports self-management and can fit many routines. The strips require a small blood sample and provide quick results. Pairing checks with meals or activities may help you and your clinician see patterns over time.

Modern meters store many readings, making it easier to share data during visits. Some users log notes about food or exercise to add context. Consistency in technique helps you get the most from each reading.

Side Effects and Safety

• Fingerstick discomfort: brief pain or tenderness at the puncture site.
• Minor bruising: small marks where you lanced the skin.
• Skin irritation: sensitivity from frequent cleaning or alcohol swabs.
• Anxiety or frustration: common when learning a new routine.

Serious issues are uncommon with strips themselves. The main risk is acting on an inaccurate result. Factors that can affect accuracy include expired strips, improper storage, insufficient blood sample, contaminated hands, or certain substances that interfere with glucose strip chemistry. If a result seems unexpected or does not match symptoms, repeat the test and contact a healthcare professional for advice.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Some solutions and therapies can interfere with certain glucose strip chemistries. Peritoneal dialysis fluids containing icodextrin and some products that release maltose may falsely raise readings with specific systems. High-dose vitamin C or severe dehydration may also affect results. Review the instruction leaflet for interference information specific to your system, and consult your clinician if you use any such products.

Use one strip per test and do not reuse. Do not use if the vial seal is damaged. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

What to Expect Over Time

With practice, testing becomes quicker and more routine. You will learn how your numbers respond to meals, activity, stress, and changes in therapy. Share trends with your clinician at regular visits to adjust goals as needed. Many people pair readings with notes about timing and meals to understand patterns.

Plan ahead so you do not run out. Keep a spare vial and extra lancets on hand. If your meter supports control testing, use it when readings appear inconsistent.

Compare With Alternatives

Different meters use different strips, and they are not interchangeable. If you use another brand’s system, consider its matched supplies. For example, users of the OneTouch Verio family need One Touch Verio. Those on the FreeStyle Lite system use Freestyle Lite Zipwik. Your clinician can advise which system fits your needs.

Pricing and Access

You can access Canadian pricing with US shipping from Canada. View box sizes and check current availability before you place your order. If you pay cash, compare options to find the best fit for your routine. Many patients use self-pay when benefits are limited.

Looking for deals? See our current offers on the Promotions page. For alternative lancets or a backup device, browse Diabetes Supplies.

To get started, Buy Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips and choose the pack size that matches your testing needs.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary. If a size is unavailable, your clinician may suggest a compatible alternative from the same meter family or a different system altogether. Some customers prefer larger packs to reduce reordering frequency. If you prefer the larger option, look for Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips 100 count when listed.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

These strips suit people who already use an Aviva-series meter and need regular checks. They may not suit those using other meter brands or people on therapies known to interfere with specific systems. Ask your healthcare professional before switching systems or changing your testing plan.

Ways to save and stay prepared:

• Multi-month boxes: fewer orders and steadier supply.
• Refill reminders: set alerts so you never run out.
• Bundle basics: add lancets or a travel case together.
• Check plan coverage: see if supplies are reimbursed.
• Use a spare: keep a backup meter such as the Next EZ Meter for emergencies.

If you prefer purchasing from an Accu-Chek Aviva Test Strips online pharmacy, verify meter compatibility and box size before checkout.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• How often should I test based on my treatment and goals?
• What target ranges should I use before and after meals?
• Are alternate sites appropriate for my situation?
• Which factors could make my readings less accurate?
• When should I repeat a test or seek urgent care?
• Do I need control solution, and how often should I use it?

Authoritative Sources

Learn more from these official resources:

• Roche Accu-Chek Aviva System
• FDA: Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems
• Accu-Chek Support

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