Your ultimate guide to choose the right glucometer
Regular blood sugar monitoring is the cornerstone for effective diabetes care. Hence, it is crucial to choose the right glucometer. Dr Alpesh Jain, specialist in diabetes care, Mumbai, answers some common queries to help you choose the right glucometer.
What determines the accuracy of a glucometer?
The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), sets standards intended to ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency. Ensure that you purchase a glucometer that mentions its compliance with ISO 15197:2013 standards for accuracy and precision of sugar readings. big display, illuminated screen, testing reminders, hyper and hypoglycemia alerts, etc.
Data management capability: Opt for a Bluetooth enabled SMART glucometer for effortless storage, access and sharing of the test readings. SMART glucometer automatically transfers the test readings to the connected diabetes app and maintains a digital log in your phone. You can download the report anytime and share with your doctor even remotely.
How does a glucometer help in managing diabetes effectively?
Traditional glucometers help diabetes patients know their sugar levels. With the new generation of SMART glucometers, patients can have valuable information regarding their sugar patterns. Hence, the doctor can personalise the treatment and guide the patients to modify their lifestyle to improve sugar control.
This article is written by Dr Alpesh Jain, specialist in diabetes care.
Disclaimer: Practice #GlucoVigilance is an awareness initiative by Roche Diabetes Care India Pvt. Ltd. The information contained in the article is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views and opinions expressed are doctor’s own.
Opt for a Bluetooth enabled SMART glucometer for effortless storage, access and sharing of the test readings. DR ALPESH JAIN,
Specialist in Diabetes Care, Mumbai