Meet is celebrating his 8th birthday by donating Glucometers and Test Strips for patients at Julia’s Center for Healthcare.
Meet is pictured with his parents and Julia’s Center volunteer, Rogelio Armino, March 7, 2023.
What is a glucometer?
Blood Glucose Meter
A blood glucose meter is a small, portable machine that’s used to measure how much glucose (a type of sugar) is in the blood (also known as the blood glucose level). People with diabetes often use a blood glucose meter to help them manage their condition.
– from KidsHealth
What is a test strip?
A test strip is a one-time use strip that is used to provide a drop of blood to the glucometer to be tested.
