An analyte testing device housing a lancet cartridge and a test strip cartridge is described. The testing device simplifies analyte testing/monitoring by providing an actuator and linkage mechanism that: (i) cocks a lancing device, (ii) exposes a test strip for use； and (iii) advances the lancet cartridge. The testing device also includes conversion electronics, which receives a signal from a test trip and converts the signal into readable data.
