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… Actionset Overview When blood pressure is high, it starts to damage … because there are usually no symptoms. A home blood pressure monitor makes it easy to … blood pressure. Empty your bladder before the test. Sit with your back straight, such as on …
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… Overview When you test your blood sugar, you learn your blood sugar level at that time. But you can't tell what's happening to your blood sugar the rest of the time—especially …
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… Actionset Overview Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) occurs when the sugar (glucose) level in the blood drops below what … foods with you at all times. If you are at home, you most likely will already have …
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Learning Center Learn about your blood and lymphatic health Your blood and lymphatic system work together to keep your body healthy. Maybe you've had enlarged lymph nodes, sometimes referred to as …
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… sign that your kidneys are being damaged. To test your urine each day, use a simple test kit that contains a urine testing strip that you dip into a fresh sample …
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… levels are high in the morning. How do you prevent high blood sugar emergencies? High … hours or days. Use this information to help prevent an emergency. Know the symptoms of … levels are high in the morning. How do you prevent high blood sugar emergencies? High …
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… of antibodies to some bacteria or viruses in blood or other bodily fluid to look for an … same reference ranges. Learn more Urine Test Home Tests You can do some types of tests at … Urine Related Information Blood Culture Blood Glucose Test Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test
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… my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … the laboratory at BC Children’s hospital for testing. The same blood sample is used to … leaves the hospital, or by your midwife at home if you have a home birth. What if I go …
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… Actionset Overview Testing your blood sugar can help you manage … diabetic medicines and supplies. Or use a home blood sugar diary. Make a blood sugar log …
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… Actionset Overview Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes … and food affect your blood sugar. How to test your blood sugar Do the test Gather your … diabetic medicines and supplies. Or use a home blood sugar diary. Make a blood sugar log …