Apart from the fingertips, blood sugar testing sites on the body include the following:
- Earlobe
- Upper arm
- Forearm
- Palm
- Thigh
- Calf
- Heel
On the other hand, “your device is only compatible with certain testing sites, so be sure to check the device information to know which sites are approved for testing,” advises Deena Adimoolam, MD, a specialist in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism based in New Jersey.
“And if you’re switching testing sites, you may need to adjust the depth of the lancet,” says Dr. Siegel.
“To help ensure accuracy, you also need to get a large enough sample for your meter, which can take some practice at alternative sites,” says Dr. Bereolos.
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