When testing drives you crazy
Peloton73
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I haven't been testing my post 1 hr breakfast in a few weeks because after 5 months of eating the exact same thing and testing daily I know my range is always between 90-100. However, this morning I tested because I changed two things: I changed my steel cut oats brand and changed my egg entree.
An hour after eating, I do my normal routine of testing. However, this time I get an initial reading of 64! There's no way that's possible so I go through the whole routine again and test and this time it's a little better at 85. Both readings were done on the same hand. So now, being extra curious, I decide to test on the other hand so I go through the routine and my reading comes out to be 94 (which I tend to believe is the accurate reading).
I totally get you can have different readings on different hands at the same time but a 30 point spread? That's the kind of stuff that'll drive you mad and obsessive. LOL.
P.S. for curious minds, I went with a homemade eggs benedict and instead of an english muffin on the bottom, I used a thick slice of tomato. Yum!
An hour after eating, I do my normal routine of testing. However, this time I get an initial reading of 64! There's no way that's possible so I go through the whole routine again and test and this time it's a little better at 85. Both readings were done on the same hand. So now, being extra curious, I decide to test on the other hand so I go through the routine and my reading comes out to be 94 (which I tend to believe is the accurate reading).
I totally get you can have different readings on different hands at the same time but a 30 point spread? That's the kind of stuff that'll drive you mad and obsessive. LOL.
P.S. for curious minds, I went with a homemade eggs benedict and instead of an english muffin on the bottom, I used a thick slice of tomato. Yum!
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It's really frustrating when blood sugar testing gives differing results, isn't it? This is a good time to use control solution, so that you can make sure the meter and strips are calibrated and working correctly. Here's an article with more information: http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/AADE/47136 This article has 10 steps to improve accuracy when testing: http://www.diabetesforecast.org/2012/apr/10-ways-to-master-your-blood-glucose-meter.html ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Thanks Lynn. I'll look into it.0
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Where do you get control solution?0
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That has happened to me before as well. I've tested the same blood drop with three different meters and get a 30 point spread. It is very frustrating and clearly not yet an exact science, but it is a lot better than the last generation had testing urine!
In addition to calibrating, make sure you wash your hands AND dry them completely before testing. Any trace of chemical, food particles or even water can throw the test way off.0 -
I have had the same issue too. It is so frustrating when you work so hard on moving in what you think is the right direction and then you get big differences in results. Repeat your test on another day to check your results.0
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Lynn, the articles were fantastic! I've been testing each AM before breakfast (fasting) ever since I was diagnosed pre-diabetic. Six months ago, my A1c jumped from 5.25 to 7.25 in three months. My doc put me on metformin 500mg. Last A1c dropped a little, 7.05.
Medicare only provide for testing once a day since I don't take insulin. (a bit frustrating-but I live with it) Thanks for the info, Don0 -
I'm glad the articles are helpful, and it sounds like you're really taking charge of your health. Good for you! kamaperry asked where to get control solution. Your pharmacy should carry it, and it's also available online. Be sure to get the control solution that's designed for your meter. ~Lynn /Glucerna0
