Glucose responses are not uniform - They will naturally vary from meal to meal and day to day.
For example, the same meal on two separate days can result in different glucose responses and Lingo Count. Here are a few variables that can create differences:
- Food and exercise habits
- Dehydration
- Certain medications, especially those containing steroids
- Stress
- Hormonal changes
- Infection, injury or surgery
- Illness (including certain viral illnesses like covid-19 which tends to negatively affect your glucose regulation)
OR
Expired biosensor
If your biosensor has expired, it might give inaccurate results. You can find the expiry date on the side of the biosensor carton.
Incorrect storage
Your biosensor and applicator need to be stored between 4C and 25C. If they’re stored at extreme temperatures for long periods, your readings could be affected. Avoid keeping it in the car, near the oven or in the freezer. While you don’t need to keep your Biosensor package in a refrigerator, you can as long as the refrigerator is between 4°C and 25°C. Do not freeze.
You compared two readings more than 10 minutes apart
Results are considered ‘back-to-back’ if they’re within 10 minutes of each other. Outside of that time range, blood glucose concentrations can change, leading to different readings.
If you think there is an issue with your biosensor, please contact Customer Support and submit a request here.
When your biosensor readings are not consistent with your symptoms, consult your doctor.
Please keep in mind: The Lingo biosensor is not intended for screening, diagnosis, treatment, cure, mitigation, prevention or monitoring of disease, including diabetes. Do not use Lingo if you have diabetes. If you are concerned about your glucose levels, please contact your doctor.