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Home diabetes test kit (blood glucose
test)...
Why would I use a home
diabetes test kit
As many half of the
people who may be affected by diabetes don’t know they have it. Our
modern unhealthy diets, obesity and lack of exercise are the main
causes of diabetes. If you have diabetes and are diagnosed early, you
can be treated before this illness and its complications develop. Diabetes is a major cause of
heart disease and stroke and the main cause of kidney failure, limb
amputations and blindness in adults. Most cases of diabetes can be
treated with lifestyle changes, dietary measures and oral medication.
Early diagnosis is critical
Diabetes is one of the world's most prevalent illnesses: it is
estimated that perhaps more than a million
people in the UK are manifesting diabetes. Early diagnosis
detected with the aid of our quick and easy-to-use blood sugar tests
will help to prevent future complications. It is estimated that there
are over three quarters of a million people in the UK have diabetes
but do not know it.
What are the long-term effects of a high blood glucose level?
In the long-term high levels of glucose in the blood can damage
all the blood vessels in the human body. It can lead to impaired
eyesight, kidney failure, nerve damage, erectile dysfunction and poor
wound healing capability. What's more, there is a significantly higher
risk of cardiac arrest and strokes.
What are my chances of
developing diabetes?
The risk of developing diabetes is significantly higher if any of
your first-line relatives (parents, siblings) already have diabetes.
Severe thirst, frequent need to urinate and unexplained weight loss
are some of the symptoms of diabetes. Other symptoms include tiring
easily and blurred vision. Obesity and lack of physical activity also
increase the risk of developing diabetes.
How do I perform the
test?
Prick your finger quickly and easily with the micro-lancet (see 'How
to perform the test' picture) to obtain a drop of blood. Place the
drop of blood on the test strip and wait for 30 seconds. Match the
colour on the test strip with the disc and read off your blood glucose
level.
What does the result
tell me?
If your glood glucose level is between 72 mg/dl (4 mmol/l) and 108
mg/dl (6 mmol/l) you are within the normal limits. If you are well
below or above the normal limits please consult your doctor.
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