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Humphrey10

pmduk wrote: »

whether you are type 1 or 2 doesn't depend on the blood tests.

^what pmduk said. Although there are blood tests available that can distinguish between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, these won't normally be done on diagnosis unless there is a question over what type.

OP just go to your nearest large chemist, they tend to have one blood glucose meter or another on offer usually. Expect to pay £10 or so for one that is on sale. Even if you do get one from your doctor later, it is useful to have a spare in case you lose one.