How to Check Your Blood Sugar with glucometer at home.

Testing your blood sugar (blood glucose) on your own can be a useful tool in the management of diabetes and the avoidance of problems if you have diabetes. A device known as a continuous glucose monitor can help you keep track of your blood sugar levels (CGM). Another option is to use a portable electronic gadget called a blood sugar metre to analyse a blood sample in the comfort of your own home. Glucometer: How to Use It Make sure you have your glucometer, test strip, lancing device, lancet, and alcohol pad all ready to go before you begin. There are five distinct stages to the testing process: • preparing the lancet device, • washing your hands before to the glucose test, • setting up the glucometer and test strips, • drawing blood, measuring glucose levels, and • disposing of used lancets and test strips. By getting tested regularly, you can reduce your risk of developing complications from the illness, such as: • Coronary illness • Stroke • Chronic hypertensio