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Q&A: what is the best glucose meter to test blood for a diabetic?

Answer by Bux – Type 2 Diabetic (NIDDM)The best meter is the one that has the cheapest test strips. Most meters are close in measurements. You are only looking for a general blood sugar number, not an exact number. I use One Touch Ultra Mini and Kroger Brand. Both are reasonably close in measurements. The [...]

Q&A: Which glucose meter has the LEAST expensive test strips?

I am going to buy a meter, but I understand the test strips are the most expensive part of it. I do not have health insurance that would cover the cost, so it really does matter to me. Answer by PopsUsually the store-brand meter is the cheapest with the cheapest strips. I think that Wal-Mart [...]

Q&A: Can you test your blood glucose any place other than your finder/arm?

I am scared of using my One Touch Ultra Mini Kit even though it is the smallest blood glucose testing meter around. I tried my finger and arm, but it hurt too much. i started testing on my knees and it seems like it works. I am not sure how accurate it is though. Answer [...]

Q&A: Why do blood glucose test strips require coding?

Many blood glucose testing strips require that a code be entered into the meter that is indicated on the test strip container. I have no idea why this is required. Plus, what makes such a tiny piece of plastic worth a strip?! Answer by crazyowlIt identifies the strip to the machine and is used to [...]

Q&A: Where can I get free test strips and Lancets for my Glucose Meter?

Answer by Xeno77777If you cannot afford to get Test Strips at your local pharmacy, try your local Catholic Charities. Also ask your Druggist. Also Other local Charities, and nearest hospital.. There is a source to pay, if you cannot afford to buy your own. Add your own answer in the comments!

Q&A: Anybody know products of blood glucose meter without poking or using test strip?

Answer by SoluNot yet. But soon. Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Q&A: Glucose meters: I heard there is a meter that can test a persons blood without piercing the skin.Info Please?

My Sweeties Mom is a Diabetic and her sugar has to be tested several times a day. Someone mentioned that there is a meeter out there that will test without piercing the skin. Has anyone heard about this? If so what is the name and does anyone know how accurate it is. Thank you so [...]

Q&A: Diabetic Glucose Meter Without Test Strips?

I was wondering if there were any glucose test meters out there that does not use test strips, something where you dont have to prick and extract blood? Answer by JOHNIf there was I would use it. I am a diabetic. As far as I personally know, the only way to check your blood sugar [...]

Q&A: how would a 21 hour fast affect a blood glucose test?

At 4:30 in the afternoon my husband had a blood glucose test after a 21 hour fast and working all day in construction, it was 6.2. Does this indicate he is diabetic? Answer by ErinDidn’t your doctor explain the results? If not, I think you better get a experts opinion. That said, here’s my non-expert [...]

Q&A: Does human urine test strips work on dogs?

My dog was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I want to keep an eye on his sugar level, because I have to give him insulin, I want to make sure it doesn’t go to low. I have a human blood glucose monitor but don’t know how to get a sample of blood from my dog. [...]

Q&A: What is a good reading on a blood glucose meter test?

For a non diabetic? Answer by tommycAnywhere between 70 and 120 mg/dl Add your own answer in the comments!

Q&A: How to I return blood glucose test strips?

I have several new boxes of blood glucose test strips I bought 2 days ago. I wanted to return them but the store will not take them back. They sell on eBay for only 1/5 of the price. How can I get my money back? I cannot use these strips at all. These boxes are [...]

Q&A: What brand glucose meter is accurate and has the cheapest test strips?

I currently use Accu-check Compact but the strips are for 50 strips. I need to find something much cheaper. I’ve seen strips for and less for 50, but don’t know if they are reliable. Anyone have any experience with the cheap strip meters, and which one would you recommend? Answer by ErinElizabethI was told to [...]

Q&A: What is the latest stage of pregnancy you can have your blood glucose test?

Im 29 weeks pregnant and was supposed to have my routine 28 week blood glucose test, but i was throwing up and couldn’t keep down the sugary drink that’s needed for the test. I’ve had severe nausea and vomiting my entire pregnancy. What if this keeps happening and i don’t get the test? How long [...]

Q&A: are there universal glucose test strips and prick needles for SHG 005 blood glucose meter?

I have a Samsung 005 blood glucose meter and need supplies for it. I am in the US and their are no supplies available for this particular model of glucose meter. Will universal test strips and prick needles work for it? If so, which ones should I purchase? Thank you–TC Answer by Ozekiyes Know better? [...]

Q&A: What’s the most reasonably priced Blood Glucose Meter to test for low blood sugar?

What’s the best/accurate & most reasonably priced Blood Glucose Meter to test for low blood sugar. I’m really low on money at the moment but need to test regularly. I don’t have Diabetes-I think it’s from Liver damage. Anyone help? I need to buy one today Answer by Bob Thttp://search.yahoo.com/search?p=freestyle+free+meter&fr=ush-ans I saw on TV that [...]

Q&A: My mother is having a lot of problems and is wasting the glucose meter test strips wich are costly .?

Need to find a good glucose meter for seniors to handle, the test strips are a real problem and hard to use, please help. Answer by BobDrug stores now carry a few different styles of meters. Some are designed with a drum you load and the strip pops out of the meter. You might see [...]

Q&A: How to make a test solution for a glucose strip meter?

Is it possible to make a glucose solution out of sugar and water that a glucose meter can read? I am aware that there are solutions that can be purchased but I’d much rather make it if possible. could you tell me a concentration of sugar vs water that will produce a normal blood glucose [...]

Q&A: How do you test your blood glucose when your doctor advises you to take medication for diabetics with meals ?

Checking BG levels while fasting and post fasting. Are you allowed to take medication or not while testing Blood Glucose after taking medicine at breakfast ? Should I delay taking the medicine after breakfast. Pls help, am confused, my Doctor is out of the country. Answer by SwtladeeYou have to test it both times. Check [...]

Do they still make the blood sugar test strips that do not need a meter?

questions popeyewooly : Will they still do blood sugar test strips that do not need a meter? do not have to be exact, I just want a general idea of whether my blood sugar level is too high. My brother used to this small strip of pot that he will use a simple comparison of [...]

Why the price of blood glucose test strips (for diabetics) so high?

Questions by Tom P : Why is the price of blood glucose test strips (for diabetics) so high? I do not know anything about the economy, and usually when something is cheaper to produce, competition brings the price down eventually. However, blood glucose test strips used in small meters to test blood sugar is between [...]

Q & A: I’m not drawing enough blood from my fingers for my test strips. Any advice about this?

a question by Alan : I’m not drawing enough blood from my fingers to my testing strips. Any advice about this? I’d like to take the test glucose from my fingers. I’m using the Abbott blood glucose meter called Optium. Lancet device is 30 I am very new to use the meter as I do [...]

Does anyone know how to clear memory test results in the meter Ascensia Contour blood glucose?

question by Joe T : Does anyone know how to clear memory test results in the meter Ascensia Contour blood glucose? best answer: A Ding Ding not pray for a few weeks? No, you can handle. Add your own answer in the comments!