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Applying blood and reading results
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CAUTION: High glucose results
If your test result is higher than 180 mg/dL, it may mean hyperglycemia (high
blood glucose). If you are uncertain about this test result, consider re-testing. Your
healthcare professional can work with you to determine what actions, if any, you
should take if your results are higher than 180 mg/dL.
If your meter displays HI, you may have a very high blood glucose level (severe
hyperglycemia) exceeding 600 mg/dL. Re-check your glucose level. If the result is
HI again, this may indicate a severe problem with your blood glucose control and it
is important you obtain and follow instructions from your healthcare professional
without delay.
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CAUTION: Repeated unexpected glucose results
If you continue to get unexpected results, check your system with control solution.
See Control solution testing, pages 28–32.
If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent with your blood glucose
results and you have followed all instructions in this booklet, call your healthcare
professional. Never ignore symptoms or make significant changes to your diabetes
control program without speaking to your healthcare professional.
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CAUTION: Unusual red blood cell count
A hematocrit (percentage of your blood that is red blood cells) that is either very
high (above 55%) or very low (below 30%) can cause false results.
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