Lifescan blood glucose monitoring system manual How often should I test my blood glucose?

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Q. How often should I test my blood glucose?

A. This is best decided by you and your Health Care Professional. It may vary according to your age, the type of diabetes you have, any medication you are using, whether you are ill, and any physical or emotional changes in your life.

Q. Should my test results always be the same?

A. No. Results will vary somewhat from test to test, depending on diet, activity level, and time of day. These

variations provide useful clues about your condition and how well your treatment program is working.

With your Health Care Professional, determine your own personal target blood glucose values, as well as what an unusually high or low test result is for you. In most cases, your test results should stay within that range.

Q. What can I do to be sure I get accurate test results?

A. Make sure that you do the following:

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Lifescan blood glucose monitoring system manual How often should I test my blood glucose?