Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose

What is “self-monitoring of blood glucose”?

Self-monitoring of blood glucose means using a home glucose meter to check and track your own blood sugar levels. Being able to check your blood sugar levels on a day-to-day basis can greatly improve your diabetes control. Today’s meters can measure your blood sugar quickly and easily.

What meter should I choose?

There are more than 20 different meters that vary in size, shape, test time, and memory features. You can choose based on your own preferences and needs.

Your health care provider can recommend …