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Blood Sugar Level Testing

Reasons and procedures for testing your blood sugar level.

Diabetics must monitor their blood sugar levels to determine if they have a proper level of insulin in their body. If insulin levels are not optimal persons with diabetes supplement their body’s insulin production with insulin prescribed by their doctor and acquired at a pharmacy.

  • It is crucial for diabetics to test their glucose levels on their own.
  • Blood sugar level is found by finding the sugar content of a small drop of blood.
  • Blood sugar levels analysis can be made by using a test strip. However for a more accurate reading, the use of blood glucose meter should be used.

Steps to testing blood sugar:

  1. Wash hands thoroughly.
  2. Pierce the tip of the  finger with a small pricking device
  3. Clean away first drop of blood (not to be used)
  4. Drop  a little drip of blood on the pad that is on test strip
  5. Follow directions that come with glucose meter to obtain blood sugar level
  • Blood sugar is usually best checked before any meal (before consuming external sugars). Although you should discuss with your doctor exactly when and how often to check blood sugar.
  • Keep a record of the history of your blood glucose readings and medications which should be taken to every doctor appointment.

*If you ever don’t feel well, or feel unusual call your doctor, right away!



 


 
 

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