How to Carry Glucose Test Strips When Going Out
Disease description:
Recently, my grandfather is traveling back to his hometown. I’d like to ask: How should he carry blood glucose test strips while traveling?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Zhao Lianli
Blood glucose test strips must be stored in a location with an appropriate temperature. At home, they should be kept in the refrigerator’s chilling compartment. However, when traveling, special attention must also be paid to temperature control for the test strips. The best option is to carry them in a portable cooling bag, which maintains a stable temperature and prevents any alteration in the test strips’ properties. If a cooling bag is unavailable, an alternative is to place the test strips in a sealed plastic bag together with frozen bottled water.
