Blood Glucose Monitoring
Overview
Blood glucose monitoring measures glucose concentration in blood for diabetes management.
Schedule
- Fasting — before breakfast
- Pre-meal — before lunch and dinner
- Post-meal — 2 hours after eating
Target Ranges
| Timing | Target (mg/dL) | Action Level |
|---|---|---|
| Fasting | 80-130 | >180 |
| Post-meal | <180 | >250 |
| Bedtime | 90-150 | <70 |
Consistent monitoring is cornerstone of diabetes self-management.
Steps
- Wash hands thoroughly
- Insert test strip
- Lance fingertip
- Apply blood drop
- Record result