Monitoring

This video shows the steps to check your blood sugar.

This is a routine measurement of your blood glucose level. We also call it your "blood sugar" level. It changes throughout the day. Monitoring it is an important part of diabetes management.

Watch this video to learn how testing your blood sugar helps you stay within a target range.

Learn why monitoring your blood glucose is helpful in your diabetes management, and the parts of a blood glucose record.

To help manage your diabetes, you'll need to check your blood sugar level as directed by your healthcare provider. Keeping a log of your blood sugar levels will help you track your blood sugar readings.

Watch this to learn what a blood glucose meter is.

Watch this video to see what a continuous glucose monitor is.

Watch this video to learn how to use a finger-stick test and continuous glucose monitor, or "CGM" to check your blood sugar.

Watch this video to learn what the A1c test is and how to make a plan to reach your target blood sugar level.

Learn about the connection between your A1c blood test result and your risk for developing the long-term complications of diabetes.

This simple test measures the amount of glucose in your blood over a period of time. We also call glucose "blood sugar." A higher-than-normal glucose reading is a sign that you have diabetes, or that you are at risk of developing it. Let's take a moment to learn more.

This simple test measures the amount of glucose in your blood over time. We also call glucose "blood sugar." If you have diabetes, this test helps us monitor your glucose to see how well your treatment plan is working. Let's take a moment to learn more.

Illustrations to show you how to check your blood sugar.

This test checks for ketones in your body. Ketones are acids your body makes when it burns fat for energy instead of sugar. If you have diabetes, your body may not have enough insulin to use sugar properly. This can cause ketones to build up to dangerous levels. Ketone testing is especially important for many people with type 1 diabetes. It can help you stay safe and avoid serious health problems. Let's take a moment to learn more.

This digital device shows you how much glucose is in your blood. It's an important part of diabetes management. If you have diabetes, you may need to use a glucometer one or more times per day. Let's take a moment to learn more.

If you have diabetes, you know it's important to monitor your glucose level. A level that's too high or too low is dangerous. Continuous glucose monitoring tracks your glucose level instantly, day or night. Let's take a moment to learn more.