Lifescan SPD2410BD manual Purpose, Why Test Your Blood Glucose

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Purpose

People with diabetes use the OneTouch® SureStep® Blood Glucose Monitoring System to measure the level of glucose (sugar) in their blood. The sys- tem is intended for testing whole blood samples at the time when the blood sam- ple is obtained.

Why Test Your Blood Glucose

Diabetes is a disease where the body has trouble controlling glucose levels properly. Glucose levels may change greatly and quickly. Glucose levels that are too high or too low can lead to serious health issues. This test enables a person to know what his or her glucose is at the time it is measured.

In 1993 the National Institutes of Health finished the Diabetes Control and Compli- cations Trial (DCCT.) This was a long-term study of people with type 1 diabetes. This

study found that you should keep your blood glucose close to the levels of people with- out diabetes. You can reduce the risk of problems with the eyes, kidneys, and ner- vous system by about 60%. You should be aware that keeping your blood glucose level close to the levels of people without dia- betes increases your risk of hypoglycemic events1 (low blood sugar).

How often you need to test your blood glucose depends on many factors. These include your age, if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, your medications, and your health. Your Healthcare Professional will guide you. It is important that you make testing part of your daily routine.

When Not to Use

Do not use OneTouch® SureStep® blood glucose results to determine whether or

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