How to test your blood sugar

To check your blood sugar, pick up your blood glucose meter, a test strip, and your lancing device. Follow the steps outlined here. See how to prepare the meter and test strip, release your finger and get a reading using the blood sugar test machine.
Steps to follow:
  • First Wash your hands and next dry your hands using luke warm water it may help the blood flow.Next Turn on the meter and prepare a test strip as outlined in guidelines booklet. When the strip is inserted meter turns on automatically. Before that Choose your spot don't check from the same finger all the time. Mostly try to use the side of the fingertip because it may be less painful than the pads. Touch & hold the test strip opening to the drop until it has absorbed enough blood for the test. Then you can View your test result and take proper steps if your blood sugar is high or low, based on your healthcare professionals recommendations.

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