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Is pricking your finger more accurate than using a Libre 3 sensor.

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Snellville, GA

Just want to know,which is more accurate as I get different numbers .

December 9, 2023
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A DiabetesTeam Member

The FreeStyle Libre is almost as accurate as a fingerstick when adjusted.
But the reading of interstitial fluid is 15-30 minutes behind the fingerstick capillary blood.

So they will be different until it catches up.

December 9, 2023
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Any treatment when your toes feel num and paifull

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