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Research shows a direct link between more frequent blood sugar testing and a lower A1C. At-home monitoring can be done with either a glucometer or a continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS). A ...

For at-home monitoring of blood glucose levels, the following tests are available and widely used: Glucose meter (glucometer): This device takes a small sample of blood from your fingertip.