Glucose Monitoring System for Blood Sugar Testing

A glucose monitoring system is a device used by individuals with diabetes to measure their blood sugar levels regularly.

Glucose Monitoring System FAQ

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What is continuous glucose monitoring?

Continuous glucose monitoring means using a device to automatically estimate your blood glucose level, also called blood sugar, throughout the day and night. You can see what your blood glucose level is at any time. You can also review how your blood glucose level changes over a few hours or days and spot trends.

What is regular blood glucose monitoring?

Regular blood glucose monitoring is a way to gather information about how your blood sugar levels respond to your day-to-day activities. These readings can help you and your doctor make informed decisions about your diabetes management plan.

Why is blood glucose monitoring important?

Blood glucose monitoring is an essential tool for managing diabetes. It helps identify how your blood sugar levels respond to factors such as diet, exercise, and medications so you can change your diabetes management plan as needed. Checking your blood sugar level is one of the best ways to understand your diabetes.

What is a flash glucose monitor & continuous glucose monitor?

Flash glucose monitors and continuous glucose monitors let you check your sugar levels without you having to prick your fingers. You wear a small sensor on your body day and night that reads your sugar levels so you can see the information on your mobile, or other device.

How does a glucose monitor work?

A small glucose monitoring sensor worn on the back of the upper arm that continuously measures the glucose concentration in the body's interstitial fluid. Sent automatically ǁ to your patients' smartphone ◊ Even in the low glucose range 7 Easy to use. 12 Painless to apply and wear. 5 14 days of continuous glucose monitoring — no finger pricks †

Can you buy a flash glucose monitor in the UK?

There is only one flash glucose monitor that is available to buy in the UK at the moment, the Freestyle Libre 2. This model has alarms for predicted high or low blood sugar levels. But when the alarm does sound you still have you scan your arm to check your blood sugar level.