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August 11, 2003

Blood Tests and Insulin Injections

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Question from India:

What is the difference between blood sugars readings taken from whole blood or venous, plasma, and capillary samples?

Answer:

From: DTeam Staff

Plasma glucose is approximately 15% higher than readings from other blood samples.

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