## Introducing the Q-Pad™ A1c Test

The Q-Pad A1c Test uses menstrual blood to measure your average blood sugar through your A1c biomarker.

The Q-Pad Kit contains the Q-Pad, a menstrual pad that provides an alternative, needle-free way to conveniently collect blood for lab testing.

- FSA/HSA eligible
- Needle-free, at-home or on-the-go sample collection
- Turn your period into easy A1c monitoring

## How it works. All from Home.
Use two Q-Pads during your monthly cycle. Mail both collection strips to the lab in pre-paid packaging and you will receive your A1c lab report in our app. Results in 5 - 10 days after shipping.

**1. Use Q-Pads**
Use both Q-Pads on your heaviest period days.

**2. Store & Ship**
After use, remove the Q-Strip from the Q-Pad and place it into the Storage Container.

## Things to know.

Qvin is primarily an online service. A smartphone with internet access is recommended for optimal use of our service and to view your lab reports.

Use on your heaviest period days, and days 2- 4 of the menstrual cycle.

These reports are not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. The Qvin laboratory is CLIA Certified and meets state and federal regulations.

## Built on Scientific Standards and Data Protection
Science First
We have numerous papers published in peer-reviewed medical journals, including scientific publications on venous (ie. blood from veins) blood compared to menstrual blood for diagnostic purposes. All published data uses our Q-Pads.

FDA-Cleared
The Q-Pad A1c Test has met FDA scientific requirements for FDA-clearance in people with diabetes. See our [A1c Test Accuracy Data](https://qvin.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Package-Insert-and-Instructions-for-Use.pdf).

CLIA Certified Lab
Our lab is CLIA Certified (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments). This means it has to meet the high quality standards of the federal statute and submit to regular inspections.

Secure Data
Qvin takes your privacy seriously. We use the latest security standards and encryption to ensure your data is stored securely, require Two Factor Authentication (2FA) and support biometric sign in for the Qvin app, anonymize and de-identify data to ensure your privacy, and under no circumstances do we ever sell your data.