Understanding Your Blood Glucose Test Results
Your blood glucose level will vary depending on many factors. Some
of these are food intake, medication, health, stress, and exercise.
The ideal range for adults without diabetes is:
• Between 74~106 mg/dL before meals
(1)
.
• Less than 140 mg/dL two hours after a meal
(2)
.
It is important to consult with your physician or healthcare
professional to determine your target range.
What to do if you get a high or low reading
If the Meter displays results that are HI or LO, or you get a result
that is more than 250 mg/dL or below 50 mg/dL AND you feel ill:
• Treat your diabetes according to the instructions from your
doctor and/or healthcare provider.
If the Meter displays results that are “HI” or “LO,” or you get a result
that is more than 250 mg/dL or below 50 mg/dL AND you DO NOT
feel ill:
• Test your meter with a control solution, refer to page 6,
‘Control Solution Testing’.
• Wash your hands and test again using your fingertip.
If you still get a high or low reading, contact your healthcare
professional.
References:
1. Stedman,Thomas Lathrop. Stedman’s Medical Dictionary, 27th
Edition, 1999, pg. 2082
2. American Diabetes Association, “Clinical Practice Recommendations
2003.” Diabetes Care, Vol 26, Supplement 1, pg. S22.
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