Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results - Abbott FreeStyle Freedom Lite Owner's Booklet

5.
Apply and hold blood to 1 sample area of the test strip until:
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You see short lines moving clockwise on the display or
•
You hear a beep
This indicates the test strip obtained enough blood and the meter is checking
your glucose level. If a short line does not appear after 5 seconds, the sample may
be too small. You can add blood to the same side only for up to 60 seconds. If the
test does not start after applying blood drop, go to Troubleshooting section.
6.
View result
The result appears on the display when the test is complete. The time that the
meter takes to display a result depends on your blood glucose level. Higher
glucose levels require more time.
(Example only)
Note: If you see an "Er1, Er2, Er3 or Er4" on the display, it is an error code. Go to
Error Codes section.
7.
Remove test strip to turn meter off.
Dispose of used lancet and test strip correctly.
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Understanding Blood Glucose Test Results

The meter displays results in mmol/L. The unit of measurement is preset. You cannot change
this setting.
IMPORTANT: The meter displays results from 1.1 – 27.8 mmol/L. Low or
high blood glucose results can indicate a potentially serious medical
condition.
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The expected normal fasting blood glucose level for an adult without diabetes is less than
6.1 mmol/L.
1
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Two hours after meals, the blood glucose level for an adult without diabetes should be less than
7.8 mmol/L. 1
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Consult your healthcare professional to determine the range that is appropriate for you.
Reference:
1 Definition and diagnosis of diabetes mellitus and intermediate hyperglycemia: report of a WHO/IDF consultation.
World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland 2006.
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