Use a home blood glucose meter with test strips
Wash and dry your hands before testing
Prick the side of your fingertip with a lancet
Place a drop of blood on the test strip
Read and record the blood sugar result
Test at the times your doctor recommends
Check fasting blood sugar first thing in the morning
Check blood sugar before meals
Check blood sugar two hours after meals
Check blood sugar at bedtime if advised
Use a continuous glucose monitor if prescribed
Check urine ketones if blood sugar is very high or you feel unwell
Watch for symptoms of high blood sugar
Watch for symptoms of low blood sugar
Keep a log of your readings
Contact a healthcare professional if readings are repeatedly high or low