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Getting a blood sample
CAUTION: Do Not test on your forearm or palm when:
• You think your blood glucose is rapidly falling, such as within two
hours of exercise or a rapid-acting insulin injection or insulin pump
bolus. Testing with a fingertip sample may identify hypoglycemia
or an insulin reaction sooner than testing with a forearm or palm
sample.
• It has been less than two hours after a meal, a rapid-acting insulin
injection or insulin pump bolus, physical exercise, or you think
your glucose level is changing rapidly.
• You are concerned about the possibility of hypoglycemia or an
insulin reaction, such as when driving a car. This is especially
important if you suffer from hypoglycemia unawareness (lack of
symptoms to indicate an insulin reaction).
Remember: Consult with your health care professional before using
your forearm or palm for testing.
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