High / Low Blood Glucose (Sugar)
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Glucose
You can better understand your test results by being aware of
the symptoms of high or low blood glucose. According to the
American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org), some of
the most common symptoms are:
Low blood glucose (Hypoglycemia):
• shakiness
• sweating
• fast heartbeat
• blurred vision
• confusion
• passing out
• seizure
• irritability
• extreme hunger
• dizziness
WARNING: Potential Biohazard
• All parts of the kit are considered biohazardous and can
potentially transmit infectious diseases, even after you
have performed cleaning and disinfection. See Section
5 HELP: Cleaning and Disinfection.
• Always wash your hands with soap and water and dry
them well before and after testing or handling the meter,
lancing device, or test strips.
• If your meter is being operated by a second person who
is providing testing assistance to you, the meter and
lancing device should be disinfected prior to use by the
second person.
• For complete instructions on cleaning and disinfecting
your meter and lancing device, see Section 5 HELP:
Cleaning and Disinfection.
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