Beurer GL 40 (mg/dL) - Manual (Page 20)

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Blood glucose
The following table shows a classification of blood glucose values according to the guidelines of the
German Diabetes Association (DDG).
Time of blood glucose
measurement
Normal blood
glucose values
Suspicion Diabetes
On an empty stomach below 100 mg/dL 100-110 mg/dL Above ≥ 110 mg/dL
2 hours after eating below 140 mg/dL 140 –200 mg/dL Above ≥ 200 mg/dL
Source: Deutsche Diabetes Gesellschaft (DDG) 2008
Evaluating critical measured values
Display Blood glucose Action
Hypoglycaemia
Below 20 mg/dL
Immediate medical attention required.
Low blood glucose
Below 70 mg/dL
Eat a suitable snack or small meal.
Follow your physician's instructions.
High blood glucose
With an empty stomach
Above 100 mg/dL
2 hours after eating
Above 140 mg/dL
If the value remains high 2 hours after
your last meal, this may indicate hyper-
glycaemia (high blood glucose). Discuss
with your doctor any possible action to
take in this case.
High blood glucose, possibly
ketones
Above 240 mg/dL
Perform a ketone test. Consult your
doctor.
Very high blood glucose
Above 630 mg/dL
Repeat the measurement with a
new test strip. If the display shows
the same result again: Seek medical
advice immediately.