Aglucometer, also known as a glucose meter, is a device that helps monitor your blood sugar by using a single drop of blood. Mostly compact and portable, the device provides readings by detecting sugar levels in the body with the help of a test strip. The blood, when it comes in conta...
That makes frequent testing important. It helps ensure you have enough insulin to keep your blood sugar levels stable. If you have type 1 diabetes, you may need to test your glucose levels four to 10 times per day. You may test: Before eating (meals and snacks) Before and after exercise...
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“An AID system is considerably more convenient since you don’t need to constantly check glucose levels and calculate basal insulin dosages,” saidDr. Mahmood Kazemi, chief medical officer for Abbott’s diabetes care business. “Because it’s an automatic process, people can feel more conf...
Learn the truth about glucose and ketone meter accuracy, how at-home meters compare to lab tests, how to check the accuracy of your glucose meter, and more.