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Blood sugar testing: Why, when and how
Avoiding problems with meter usage
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Why test your blood sugar
When to test your blood sugar
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
What if you have a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)?
Know your target range
How to test your blood sugar
Recording your results
Avoiding problems with your meter
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If you have diabetes, self-testing your blood sugar (blood glucose) can be an important tool in managing your diabetes and preventing complications. You can test your blood sugar at home with a portable electronic device called a blood sugar meter using a small drop of your blood. You can also use a device called a continuous glucose monitor (CGM).
