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Blood Glucose Monitoring Why Should I Test My Blood Glucose Levels Blood glucose monitoring puts you in control of your diabetes It helps you understand how food, activity, and medications affect your blood glucose You need to test your blood glucose so you know what it is How Do I Test My Blood Glucose Levels A blood glucose meter is used to test your blood glucose. Meters can be purchased at most pharmacies. A pharmacist or diabetes educator can provide you with the training you need to use your meter. Ask your diabetes educator or pharmacist about: The size of the drop of blood needed Where and how to poke your fi nger Does the meter need to be coded How to check if the meter is accurate What to do with used lancets Always wash your hands before testing. Remember, monitoring assists you in managing your diabetes.
When and How Often Do I Test It is recommended that you check your blood sugar regularly and record results in your logbook. To start, check your blood sugar one day per week. Suggested times to test are: • Before meals 2 hours after a meal At bedtime Remember to check your blood sugars at different times of the day. In your log book: Record in the correct column for the time of day Add comments about your day – activities, stress, food Increase your blood glucose testing if: • Your blood sugar is too high or too low You become ill or are stressed There are changes to your food choices, activity level or medication What are my Blood Glucose Targets • Between 4 – 7 mmol/L before eating • Between 5 – 10 mmol/L two hours after eating Individual targets may be recommended by your health professional.
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