Erin O'Connor ([info]kirinqueen) wrote in [info]iddm_life,
2004-08-25 15:58:00
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New blood glucose meter recommendations?

I need recommendations for a new blood glucose meter whose test strips' retail price is not outrageous. Reliability in the meter and strips that don't require a finger-stick (i.e., you can take the blood from your arms or palms or wherever) would also be a plus. I've used a FreeStyle meter for the past four or five years, and it must be retired. I could always replace that meter with a brand-new one, but the test strips do seem to cost more than other brands.

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[info]thumpystowaway

August 25 2004, 16:08:45 UTC 7 years ago

I have no idea about cost, but I love my OneTouch UltraSmart

[info]adde9903

August 25 2004, 17:08:19 UTC 7 years ago

I really like the Freestyle Flash and the One Touch UltraSmart. I love the size of the flash. It is so tiny! I use that when I'm going out and don't feel like lugging a bigger purse. It will even fit in your pocket. The UltraSmart, well I like the strips a lot better and it only takes 5 seconds, which isn't always the case with the Flash. The UltraSmart has alot of great logbook features, but it is a lot bigger than the tiny Flash.

FYI about alternate site testing. The MOST accurate reading will be from your finger. When you are low DO NOT test anywhere but from your finger. If you are dropping quickly DO NOT test anywhere but from your finger. Sorry if you already knew this. Just thought I would bring that thought up. My doctor gave me a whole lecture on it. He isn't against it, he just wanted to make surew I was aware of it. Personally I figure I've been pricking my fingers for 16 years I can just deal since I am used to it. To each their own!

Just my two cents! Good luck!

[info]kirinqueen

August 25 2004, 18:42:25 UTC 7 years ago

Yes, thanks, I did know that. :-) (Though I don't always remember it when I actually am low, hehe.)

[info]nannyo

August 26 2004, 01:30:51 UTC 7 years ago

I use the one touch ultra, and I think I'm about to upgrade to the Ultrasmart, because I like the logging facilities. It's small (compared to the old onetouches, it's quick, it's accurate, I like it!)
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