Checking Your Blood Glucose - Using a meter is the most accurate
way to check. - Keep a log of your results and look for
patterns. Review the log with your team to gauge how well your
diabetes plan is working. Blood glucose monitoring is the main
tool you have to check your diabetes control. This check tells
you your blood glucose level at any one time. Keeping a log of
your results is vital. When you bring this record to your health
care provider, you have a good picture of your body's response
to your diabetes care plan. Who Should Check? Talk to your
doctor about whether you should be checking your blood glucose.
People that may benefit from checking blood glucose include
those: - taking insulin - that are pregnant - having a hard time
controlling blood glucose levels - having low blood glucose
levels - having low blood glucose levels without the usual
warning signs - have ketones from high blood glucose levels How
Do I Check? - After washing your hands, insert a test strip into
your meter. - Use your lanc