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You may still experience a difference from the laboratory result because
blood glucose levels can change over short periods. This can be for a variety
of reasons, such as food, exercise, medication, hematocrit, stress, or loss of
body fluids.
Data analysis should be performed using a clinically acceptable method.
Circulating blood glucose fluctuates naturally over time. Test results can vary
over time and can be affected by several factors. Some of these include, but
are not limited to, the following: (1) time of day the test was performed; (2)
food eaten; (3) activities performed; (4) insulin and other medications taken. If
your result does not seem correct after testing your blood, repeat the test. If
abnormally high or low readings persist, contact your healthcare professional.
