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Suggested Testing Times and Target Goals
As a diabetic, it is important to track your blood glucose level frequently. Your
doctor will help you decide the normal target range for your glucose levels.
Your doctor will also help you determine when and how often you should test
your blood glucose. Some suggested times are:
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When you wake up (fasting level)
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Before breakfast
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1-2 hours after breakfast
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Before
lunch
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1-2 hours after lunch
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Before or after exercise
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Before dinner
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1-2 hours after dinner
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Before bedtime
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After a snack
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At 2 or 3 AM, if taking insulin
You may need to test more often whenever:
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You add or adjust your diabetes medication.
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You think your blood glucose levels may be too low or too high.
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You are ill, or feeling uncomfortable over long periods of time.
Expected blood glucose levels for people without diabetes:
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Time
Range, mg/dL
Range, mmol/L
Fasting and Before Meals
70-100
3.9 – 5.6
2 hours after meals
Less than 140
Less than 7.8
