Abbott Freestyle Freedom Lite - Manual (Page 11)

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Testing Your Blood Glucose
Purpose
The purpose of this section is to produce an accurate blood glucose test result .
Prepare to Test
1.
Select your test site .
Note: Avoid moles, veins, bones, and tendons . Bruising may occur at the test site . If bruising
occurs, consider selecting another site .
There are differences in testing on fingers versus alternative sites .
Warning:
Test on your fingers if you are testing for low blood glucose (hypoglycemia) or if you suffer from
hypoglycemia unawareness .
Check for low blood glucose when:
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You feel symptoms such as weakness, sweating, shakiness, headache, or confusion
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You eat a delayed meal after taking insulin
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You are following your healthcare professional’s advice
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