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DO AST ONLY in the following intervals:
• In a pre-meal or fasting state (more than 2 hours since the last meal).
• 2 hours or more after taking insulin.
• 2 hours or more after exercise.
Alternate site measurements should never be used to calibrate
continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)
Alternate site measurements should never be used for insulin dosing
calculations.
Alternate Site Testing SHOULD NOT be used when:
• You are experiencing Hypoglycemic unawareness (unable to tell if you
have low blood sugar).
• Within 2 hours of a meal, exercise, or medication.
• You will be operating machinery or driving a car.
• You are sick.
• You think your blood glucose is low.
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