What is SMBG level?
What is SMBG level?
Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG) is an approach whereby people with diabetes measure their blood sugar (glycemia) themselves using a glycemic reader (glucose meter).
What is medical term SMBG?
Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is a useful tool for patients with diabetes to maintain glycemic control. Patients are able to prevent hypoglycemia and adjust medications, medical nutrition therapy, and physical activity.
When should SMBG be done?
The most common times to perform SMBG are during a fasting state, before a meal, 1 to 2 hours after a meal, and at bedtime. Some patients may need to test at less common times, such as before snacks, before or after exercise, and prior to performing critical tasks.
Why is freestyle libre not accurate?
Differences in glucose readings between interstitial fluid and capillary blood may be observed during times of rapid change in blood glucose, such as after eating, dosing insulin, or exercising. Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may cause inaccurate results. Do not reuse Sensors.
What is the purpose of SMBG testing?
Unlike A1C monitoring, SMBG provides the person with diabetes a means to distinguish fasting, pre-prandial, and postprandial blood glucose levels, allowing them to monitor the immediate effects of food, physical activity, and medications on glycemic management.
What should individualization of SMBG be based on?
SMBG protocols (intensity and frequency) should be individualized to address specific educational/behavioral/clinical requirements and provider requirements for data on glycemic patterns to monitor therapeutic decision-making.
Why is self monitoring glucose important?
Self-monitoring of blood glucose provides information regarding an individual’s dynamic blood glucose profile. This information can help with the appropriate scheduling of food, activity, and medication. It is also required for understanding of the timing of blood glucose variations.
Who should SMBG?
All patients on multiple-dose insulin therapy should perform SMBG at least two times/day (ideally before any insulin injection). More frequent testing may be required in: Patients with frequent hypoglycemia or hypoglycemic symptoms. Patients not at HbA1c target levels.
