Wash and dry your hands
Prepare your glucose meter, test strip, and lancet
Insert the test strip into the meter
Prick the side of your fingertip with the lancet
Gently squeeze to get a small drop of blood
Touch the blood drop to the test strip
Wait for the meter to display your blood sugar reading
Record the result with the date and time
Follow your doctor’s target range for normal readings
Test at the times recommended by your healthcare provider
Dispose of the used lancet and strip safely
Clean and store the meter properly
Replace expired strips and low batteries as needed
Bring your readings to your doctor visits