How Do You Use A Glucometer?
A glucometer allows quick access to your blood sugar level. Diabetics are required to monitor their blood sugar level several times a day and record the results; these results are needed by your doctor to determine if your treatment needs to be modified. Properly using a glucometer can help you maintain a healthy blood sugar level. Take out the glucometer and place on a flat surface. You may find it helpful to keep all your blood testing supplies in one place, like an overhead cabinet. Remove a test strip from the container and place in the glucometer. One end will need to face the top of the glucometer; usually it has a darker colored line on it. This is where the blood will be placed for testing. Turn on your glucometer. Some models turn on immediately when a test strip is put into the machine. Use a lancet to pierce the skin and obtain blood. Usually blood is obtained from the tip of a finger, but newer glucometers will allow blood to be taken from other places. Place the blood samp
