Blood Sugar Testing

One of the first things you must learn when diagnosed with diabetes is how to test your blood sugar. Your health care provider typically works with you to develop a testing schedule and recommends high and low blood sugar limits, both fasting and two hours after meals. Depending on your medication (insulin or oral medication), you may need to test several times a day.

Blood sugar testing basics

There are literally dozens of choices in blood glucose meters. Your health care provider may recommend a specific brand. He or she may even provide you with a meter, dep