Glucose Meters
Blood Glucose Meters
AZ Diabetic: Your Source for Freestyle Lite and Freestyle Freedom Lite Glucose Meters
What is a Glucose Meter?
A glucose meter is a small, portable device that measures the approximate concentration of glucose in the blood. It is a key element of glucose testing, including home blood glucose monitoring (HBGM) performed by people with diabetes mellitus or hypoglycemia. A small drop of blood, obtained from slightly piercing a fingertip with a lancet, is placed on a disposable test strip that the meter reads and uses to calculate the blood glucose level. The meter then displays the level in units of mg/dL or mmol/L.
Glucose meters are an essential tool for people with diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels. By monitoring their blood sugar levels regularly, people with diabetes can identify and avoid blood sugar spikes and crashes, which can lead to serious health complications. Glucose meters can also help people with diabetes to track the effects of their diet, exercise, and medication on their blood sugar levels.
Freestyle Lite Glucose Meter
The Freestyle Lite glucose meter is a basic glucose meter that is easy to use and affordable. It features a large display and a simple one-step testing process. The Freestyle Lite glucose meter is a good option for people with diabetes who are looking for a simple and reliable way to monitor their blood sugar levels.
Freestyle Freedom Lite Glucose Meter
The Freestyle Freedom Lite glucose meter is a slightly more advanced glucose meter than the Freestyle Lite glucose meter. It features a larger display, a backlight, and a port light to make testing easier in low light conditions. The Freestyle Freedom Lite glucose meter is also compatible with the Freestyle AutoAssist software, which can be used to track blood sugar levels over time and generate reports.