TABLE 2.

The optimal indications of glucose monitoring in different time points

Time points	Indications
Premeal	Patients with high fasting glucose levels, or patients with increased risk of hypoglycaemia (elder patients, patients with strict glycaemic control)
2‐h postprandial	Patients with controlled fasting glucose levels but uncontrolled HbA1c level; patients aiming to understand the effects of diet and exercise on glucose levels
At bedtime	Patients on insulin therapy, especially before dinner
At night	Patients with high fasting glucose levels but controlled glucose levels at other time points after treatment; or those with possible nocturnal hypoglycaemia
Anytime	Patients with symptoms of hypoglycaemia; prior to and after strenuous exercise

Abbreviation: HbA1c, glycated haemoglobin A1c.