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Can you use any kind of test strips with glucose meters or does the brand have to fit the brand of the meter?
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∙ 13y ago
Test strips are designed to work with the meter, therefore, the test strip must match the meter to get an accurate result.
There are few exceptions to this, for instance some accucheck meters can use multiple types of strips. Wavesense has a meter it has branded to Kroger, CVS and other stores and the strips fit these generic meters as well as Wavesense's "Presto" meter.
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How does the ACCU check glucose meters?
ACCU checks glucose meters by a blood glucose meter devise. The product comes with SmartView test strips and a one-click lancing devise to monitor blood sugar levels.
Where one can get a free glucose meter?
There are selected companies, including OneTouch, that will provide free glucose meters to people who qualify. Companies offer this service as their unique strips must be purchased to go in the meters.
Choose Blood Glucose Strip Brands Carefully?
There are many options available to diabetics who purchase their own blood glucose strips, so they should carefully read the product descriptions to ensure that the glucose testing strips they are purchasing will work with their meter. Most meter manufacturers offer their own lines of testing strips, but all of the strips they offer may not work with every type of meter sold by that manufacturer. There are some universal testing strips that can be read by different meters manufactured by different companies.
How easy to use is the freestyle glucose meter compared to other blood sugar meters?
Freestyle glucose meters are roughly similar to other glucose meters, though they do have features for ease of use such as a large readout. Most importantly they have a "no coding" feature so they do not have to be calibrated for each new batch of test strips.
How can I get free diabetic meters in Canada?
Generally, when you purchase strips for a diabetic blood glucose meter in Canada, the actual meter is provided free of charge. The following website offers a variety of those free meters, http://www.onetouch.ca/english/index.asp
What is precision xtra glucose meter E-6?
Check the date on your strips. Chances are they are expired and the meter knows this.
Do the glucose meters that they have at Walgreen's covered by Medicaid?
Some of the glucose meters at Walgreen's are covered by Medicaid. The pharmacist should be able to help you choose the appropriate meter.
Where can I purchase glucose meter?
Glucose meters can be purchased at any diabetes supply shop or pharmacy. Most major retailers such as Amazon.com, Drugstore.com and many others carry glucose meters also.
Where online can I find information on the freestyle glucose meter?
The new freestyle glucose meter is one of the best meters for diabetics. You can visit the website www.abbottdiabetescare.com/ to find out more about why this meter is rated so highly.
A Diabetes Meter Is An Essential Tool?
A diabetes meter, also referred to as a blood glucose monitor, is the most important tool a person diagnosed with diabetes can have for understanding and treating their condition. Combined with keeping track of meter readings in a log and a book that details the nutrient components of foods, the meter will provide information needed to help a person keep blood glucose levels under control. The monitor operates by measuring glucose circulating in the bloodstream at the time of the test. Once the meter is turned on, a fresh glucose testing strip should be removed from its container and inserted into the monitor. A special device called a lancet is used to quickly poke a tiny hole in the side of a finger. By touching the end of the testing strip to the small bead of blood that appears, the sample is sucked up into the strip. In seconds, a number appears on the screen. This is the current glucose level; a snapshot in time. Levels vary from second to second throughout the day and night and show higher levels after eating. Free meters may be offered by the doctor's office upon diagnosis. If a person has medical insurance, the company may offer a free meter. Insurance companies usually have preferred meters, so it is important to know which meters they will support with provided or discounted blood glucose strips. When money is a consideration for someone without insurance, often the expense of testing strips will determine their choice of a meter. Testing strips can be very expensive. Meters vary in size and their features can range from simple models to others that upload readings directly to a computer. Check store brands of meters and strips as they are usually cheaper and may have been manufactured by name brand companies. It is not enough to simply take readings. Learning when and how often to test, what the numbers mean, and how various foods effect glucose levels will provide valuable information to manage diabetes. It is through utilizing this information and making the concerted effort to lower glucose levels that a diabetic person will avoid organ damage and live a healthier life.
What is precision xtra glucose meter E 6?
According to the manual it means that you have a calibration or test strip error. You should try re-calibrating, and checking the date on the test strips. The manual also suggests checking the date in the meter. If the meter has been calibrated to the box of strips, and the strips are not expired, you should call customer service for more assistance.
The Chemistry Of Glucose Testing Strips?
Glucose testing strips have given diabetics the ability to test glucose levels in the blood from any location with very little effort. The disposable strips are read by a special device that can use one of two different methods to determine the glucose levels of the blood. A glucose testing strip is just one of the items that must be used with a glucose testing meter. The other item is a disposable needle known as a lancet that actually draws the drop of blood for the testing strip from the finger or arm. A glucose testing strip is covered in a number of chemicals and enzymes. The exact combination can vary depending on the meter or the proprietary formula of the manufacturer. The strips most commonly contain either glucose oxidase or glucose dehydrogenase. These enzymes will interact with the glucose in the blood on the testing strip along with other chemicals mixed with the enzymes. One possible result of the combination is a colored stain on the test strip. The other possibility is that the glucose and the chemicals will be converted into a conductive material called ferricyanide. Glucose testing strips that rely on changing colors are fed into a glucose meter. This meter uses a light and a sensor to measure the reflectivity of the stain on the end of the strip. The exact color of the chemical reaction can then be judged electronically and the blood glucose level can be determined. Glucose testing strips that create ferricyanide are fed into a glucose meter that sends an electrical current through the end of the strip. A higher level of glucose in the blood means that the strip will be more conductive and will allow more electricity to pass through. The measurement of the current determines the glucose level that is displayed. The accuracy and convenience of glucose testing strips has slowly increased over the years. The amount of blood that is required to cause a reaction on each strip has also been reduced dramatically. Hospitals even use a version of testing strips that allow many patients to be tested in sequence. The results from the device are wireless transmitted to hospital computers.
