Test results can also
indicate whether your
diabetes is changing in
ways that might require
an adjustment in your
treatment program.
Always consult your
healthcare professional
before making changes in
your diabetes control plan.
Q. How often should I test
my blood glucose?
A. This is best decided by
you and your healthcare
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 emo-
tional 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 healthcare
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:
Keep your Meter clean at
all times. (Refer to Chapter
8, Cleaning and Maintaining
the Meter.)
Use enough blood. The
entire Test Spot must be
completely covered with
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