Glucometer of Russian production: testimonials and advice on choice

If you are looking for a quality glucometer, but do not want to spend too much on buying, then pay attention to domestic models. When choosing it is worth paying attention not only to the cost of the device itself and supplies to it, but also to the method of conducting diagnostics.

Principle of operation

On sale it is possible to find both glucometers of the Russian manufacture, and import models. The principle of operation of most of them is the same. For the diagnosis is a puncture of the skin and taken capillary blood. For these purposes, a special "pen" is used, into which sterile lancets are placed. For the analysis, only a small drop is needed, which is applied to the test strip. It shows the place in which it is necessary to drip blood. Each test strip can be used only once. It is impregnated with a special substance that reacts with blood and makes it possible to conduct reliable diagnostics.

But modern developers have made a new non-invasive device that allows you to figure out the level of glucose. He does not have test strips, and there is no need to make a puncture and take blood for the diagnosis. A non-invasive glucometer of Russian production is manufactured under the name "Omelon A-1".

Types of devices

Specialists distinguish glucometers depending on the principles of their work. They can be photometric or electrochemical. On the first of them a special reagent is applied, which, when interacting with the blood, is colored blue. The concentration of glucose is determined depending on the intensity of the color. The analysis is carried out using the optical system of the glucometer.

Electrochemical glucometers of the Russian production, as well as Western analogs, fix the electric currents that occur when the reagent reacts on the test strip and the glucose in the capillary blood. Most modern models conduct diagnostics precisely on this principle.

Elta Satellite model

On domestic devices, attention is paid, as a rule, to those who are important in saving. But this does not mean that they have to save on quality. Glucometer of Russian production "Satellite" is more accessible than its western counterparts. In doing so, it gives accurate results.

But he also has shortcomings. To obtain the result, a sufficiently large drop of blood of about 15 μl is needed. The shortcomings can also be attributed to a long time of determining the result - it is about 45 seconds. Not everyone is comfortable with the fact that only the result is recorded in memory, and the date and time of the measurement are not specified.

This glutometer of Russian production "Elta-Satellite" determines the sugar level in the range from 1.8 to 35 mmol / l. In his memory, 40 results are saved, which allows you to monitor the dynamics. The instrument is simple to operate, it has a large screen and large characters. The device is powered by 1 CR2032 battery. It should be enough for 2000 measurements. The advantages of the device include compact dimensions and light weight.

Satellite Express

Among the inexpensive domestic models, you can find more advanced examples. For example, the Russian-made glucometer "Satellite Express" conducts diagnostics in just 7 seconds. The price of the device is about 1300 rubles. The complex includes the device itself, 25 lancets, the same number of test strips, pen-piercing. You can store the device in a special case that comes with the kit.

This meter is manufactured in Russia at a temperature of 15 to 35 ⁰ C. It performs diagnostics in a wider range: from 0.6 to 35 mmol / l. The device stores 60 measurements.

Glucometer "Satellite Plus"

This compact device is one of the most popular on the domestic market. You can buy it for 1090 rubles. In addition to the meter itself, the kit includes a special pen, which makes punctures, lancets, test strips, a cover.

Glucometers of Russian production "Satellite Plus" determine the level of glucose in 20 seconds. At the same time, only 4 μl of blood is sufficient for work and accurate diagnosis. The measuring range of this device is large enough: from 0.6 to 35 mmol / l.

The research is carried out in the same way regardless of the chosen model of the device. First, open the package and take a test strip. It is inserted into a special socket of the glucometer. On his screen should appear numbers, they must match the code on the package. After that, you can start measuring.

To do this, carefully wash and dry your hands. Then, using a pen with a lancet, a puncture is made in the finger. The bleeding should be applied evenly to the indicated working area and wait 20 seconds. The result will be displayed on the screen.

Consumer opinions and advice on choice

Many, seeing the low price of devices and consumables, are afraid to buy Russian-made glutometers "Satellite". The feedback of many people suffering from diabetes testifies that for a low price one can buy a good device. To the advantages they also include relatively inexpensive consumables. Also, the device is convenient in that large figures on the display can be considered even by elderly people with poor eyesight.

But not everyone likes these glucometers. Russian devices from Elta have a number of shortcomings. Most often, diabetics say that it is painful to make a puncture with lancets that come with the device. They are more suitable for large men who have thick enough skin. But given the significant savings, with the indicated shortcoming can be reconciled.

Despite the relatively low cost, some still believe that it is overstated. After all, insulin-dependent people need to control the sugar level several times a day.

Non-invasive devices

For people who suffer from diabetes and are forced to constantly monitor the concentration of sugar in the blood, a special Russian-made "Omelon A-1" glucometer was developed. It is able to simultaneously measure blood pressure and glucose level. The procedure is absolutely painless and safe.

To conduct a diagnosis using a glucometer, you need to measure pressure and vascular tone on the right, and then on your left arm. The principle of operation is based on the fact that glucose is an energy material that affects the state of the blood vessels of the body. After the measurements, the device calculates the concentration of glucose in the blood.

The device "Omelon A-1" is equipped with a powerful pressure sensor, and there is also a special processor in it that allows it to work more accurately than other tonometers.

Disadvantages of a non-invasive domestic glucometer

Unfortunately, this device is not recommended for insulin-dependent patients. It is better for them to check the sugar level using conventional invasive glucometers of Russian origin. The testimonies of people who have already changed several devices show that domestic devices are not worse than their Western counterparts.

Glucometer "Omelon A-1" has its own peculiarities of use. So, the diagnosis should be done either in the morning on an empty stomach or 2.5 hours after eating. Before the first measurement it is important to understand the instructions to the device and to select the correct scale correctly. During the diagnosis it is important to take a relaxed posture and be at rest for at least 5 minutes.

In order for you to be able to safely use this Russian-made glucometer, you can compare its performance with the data of other devices. But many prefer to compare them with the results of laboratory research in the polyclinic.