Glucose Monitors
How To Take A Reading
Glucose Monitors |
List of Pictures Glucometer, Monitoring Blood Sugar Levels
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GLUCOMETER
Testing blood sugar levels with a glucometer. |
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Glucose Monitor Kit
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STEP 1
Monitor is switched on and clean test strip is inserted. |
STEP 2
A new lancet (small needle) is inserted into the lancing device. This is a spring loaded machine which springs out and punctures the finger. |
STEP 3
Squeeze blood from the puncture on the finger and place a drop on the test strip. The machine will then calculate the blood sugar level. |
STEP 4
Keep a track of your blood glucose levels. Alternatively, many monitors have the facility to record a set amount of readings which can then be downloaded to a computer. |
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Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) involves the use of tiny sensors which are placed under the skin of the arm or chest and continuously monitor a patient's blood sugar. The sensor remains in place for up to a week and then needs to be replaced. It emits readings via radio waves which are picked up by a wireless handheld monitor. CGMs are more expensive than conventional monitors but they do provide instant continuous feedback. The patient can set an alarm in the device to go off when their glucose levels fall too low or too high. |
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