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1 Blood glucose meters vary tremendously. 2  For those without insurance, a meter can cost between $8.99 and $1,150, but averages $20-$80. 3  While all meters perform the same function, the cost depends primarily on the meter's extra features.dditional costs: 1  Each blood glucose meter should include the meter itself, a logbook to record results, test strips and lancets. 2  Some blood glucose meteres include a digital display for the test results or cords that connect the machine to a computer so readings can be downloaded.
In short, in a country whose national average annual per capita income is barely $ 1000, or Rs. 48,000, the cost of glucometer strips alone account for nearly 50% of that level of income. This is a crushing burden if you are a not-so-well-healed diabetic. Given that age-related diabetes is also rampant, the burden is equally likely to be felt by the aged just when their earning abilities are down.