Special Messages
The meter displays results from 0 to
600 mg/dL. If your blood glucose test
result is 60 mg/dL or below, your meter
will beep in a low tone (if the Beep
option is set to ) and display a
special message:
(Example)
The message is warning you of low
blood sugar (hypoglycemia). You may
need food or some source of glucose.
Retest your blood glucose. If your blood
glucose level is still 60 mg/dL or below,
call your doctor immediately.
Blood glucose results greater than
600 mg/dL are displayed as hi and your
meter will beep in a high tone (if the
Beep option is set to ).
(Example)
This message indicates very high blood
sugar (severe hyperglycemia). You
should call your doctor immediately.
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