Blood Glucose Monitor Manual
Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucose
What the risks are
There is a slight chance of infection at the puncture site. A small amount of bleeding may occur after the puncture.
Special considerations
The correct procedure must be followed or the results will not be accurate.
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Blood glucose monitoring
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Blood glucose monitoring
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseNormal ValuesBefore meals: 70 - 130 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL)After meals: Less than... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Blood glucose monitoring
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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