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How to test blood sugar without a meter at home? is there an accurate urine test?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

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Get a meter: Urine test is not an accurate way to follow high blood sugar. Talk to your physician about getting a meter. They probably can give you one for free. Glucose meter is essential for the proper treatment of high blood sugar.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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