Diabetic Lancets

When you are choosing your blood glucose monitor, you might only consider the level of comfort. When you see comfort levels discussed on blood glucose monitoring devices, it is referring to the lancet which comes with the glucose meters. The "ouch factor" comes from the lancet itself--the device that pricks your skin, enabling your monitor and testing strips to read your blood glucose levels.

Comfort Level of Diabetic Lancets
Many lancets have a depth penetration meter on them. The deeper the lance goes, the more likely you are to feel it. However, deeper penetration of the lancets may be necessary for calloused fingers. When deciding which monitor and lancet to choose, you should evaluate how much blood is necessary for a proper reading. This can vary per monitor.

Some lancing devices are self-contained and do not require you to recap the lancets. Others may require you to recap each lancet. If you're constantly on the go, it's a good idea to choose a model that doesn't require recapping. Also consider how manageable and easy the lancet device is. Someone who is young or someone with arthritis would fair better with a device that is not complicated and is slightly larger.

American Diabetic Supply carries many meters and lancing devices. You can explore our website and learn about their various features to help you decide which one is right for you. We can ship your diabetic products to you immediately. Simply enroll with our program and you will have your syringes, lancets and other supplies delivered directly to your mailbox for maximum convenience.