Contour TS Meter

The contour TS meter is one of the parts of the ascensia contour glucose meter family of products. In such model, the "TS" is for "Total Simplicity." Most of the ascensia products are marketed by Bayer health care. The mentioned model is same like the contour model, except it does not come with the advanced mode that offers some extra functionality and features. If you are searching for the simple and easy meter to be used, you can surely choose this model.

Contour TS Meter

Contour TS system is easy for people who are looking for good performance in monitoring blood glucose. The model shows the perfect balance of simplicity and advanced technology for accuracy in test results. The no coding technology eliminates the errors that take place due to miscoding. There has been precision and reliability to diabetes care for over 60 years because of this model.

Pros and Cons of Contour TS Meter

Advantages

  • Technology of No Coding: Most of the models have this technology, but this model has got the feature of total simplicity.
  • Easy to Use: The facility of auto shut off is available in case if you forget to shut it off, alarm facility if you go wrong to operate it, clear display if you need some help in reading, different colored test strip port, and larger buttons so that you can operate it well.
  • Optional Site Testing: When your finger hurts, it is good to test your palm or forearm.

Disadvantages: The meter fails to have some features. Though it has got the features of total simplicity, in case you are looking for some advanced programming controls, then this meter is lacking behind. The memory holds up to 250 tests. The meter can be little hard to get. It is available through some mail order from authorized companies. In 2007, there was a recall on the contour TS test strips, due to some error readings which was showing higher levels than actual. However, such issue has been resolved.

Features of Contour TS Meter

  • 8-second Test Time
  • No Coding Technology. The meter automatically calibrates each time.
  • Large display screen Small sample size (0.6uL) 250-Test Memory
  • Is supported by Bayer Diabetes Management Software
  • Automatic features to ensure accuracy
  • Alternate Site Testing (AST) (Forearm, Fingertip or Palm) Easy-to-see orange test strip port
  • Large, easy-to-use buttons

The contour TS meter has under fill detection that can alert you if not much of the blood has been used. Other than this, the meter shuts off on its own once the test strip is removed.

The Contour TS System Involves

  1. Ascensia Contour TS Blood Glucose Meter with batteries
  2. Carrying Case
  3. Normal Control Solution
  4. Quick Reference Guide
  5. Lancing Device with Adjustable End cap and Alternate Site End cap
  6. 10 Blood Glucose Test Strips
  7. 10 Lancets

    If you are looking for simple meters, the contour TS is the leading product with these features in the market. The prices of the test strips are in line with competitors. People who are confused about the advanced features of other units will definitely like this meter.

    If you want to transfer your data, you can easily import it from your Bayer contour TS blood glucose meter and use many of its advantages like trend analysis, statistical analysis and graphics to improve the therapy together with your doctor. If you wish to replace your device to another blood sugar meter from bayer in the future, the transferability of the data is definitely possible and simpler. The following table can give you its specifications.

    Model Ascensia Contour TS
    Auto. Shut Off 3 minutes
    Battery Type One CR2032
    Battery Life 1,000 Tests
    Alternative Site Testing Yes
    Memory Capacity 250 Tests
    Storage Temp. NA
    Operating Temp. 41 to 113 F
    Result Range 10 to 600 mg/dL
    Sample Size 0.6 micro liter
    Test Time 8 seconds
    Weight (battery) 2 oz. (yes)
    Size (Inches) 2.8 x 2.35 x 0.77
    Backlit Display No
    Coding Required No
    Software Available Yes

    The contour TS meter is precise and easy to use blood glucose monitoring system offered by Bayer which is one of the world leaders in diabetes care.