Future Diagnostics CareTouch - DETAILED INFORMATION; Reference values

DETAILED INFORMATION
Reference values
Blood glucose monitoring plays an important role in diabetes control. A
long-term study showed that maintaining blood glucose levels close
to normal can reduce the risk of diabetes complications by up to
60%*
1
. The results provided by this system can help you and your
healthcare professional monitor and adjust your treatment plan to gain
better control of your diabetes.
Time of day
Normal plasma glucose range for
people without diabetes (mg/dL)
Fasting and before meal
Less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L)
2 hours after meals
Less than 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L)
*1: American Diabetes Association: Diabetes Care, January 2015, volume
38 (Suppl. 1) S8-S16.
The ß-Ketone test measures Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (ß -OHB), the most
important of the three ß-Ketone bodies in the blood. Normally, levels of
ß -OHB are expected to be less than 0.6 mmol/L.
ß -OHB levels may increase if a person fasts, exercises vigorously or
has diabetes and becomes ill. If your ß-Ketone result is 0.0 mmol/L,
repeat the ß-Ketone test with new test strips. If the same message
appears again or the result does not reflect how you feel, contact your
healthcare professional. Follow your healthcare professional’s advice
before you make any changes to your diabetes medication
programme. If your ß-Ketone result is between 0.6 and 1.5 mmol/L,
this may indicate development of a problem that could require medical
assistance. Follow your healthcare professional’s instructions. If your
ß-Ketone result is higher than 1.5 mmol/L, contact your healthcare
professional promptly for advice and assistance. You may be at risk of
developing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
Please consult your doctor to determine a target range that
works best for you.
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