By entering the coding or chip into the glucose meter, the meter will be calibrated to that batch of test strips. However, if this process is carried out incorrectly, the meter reading can be up to 4 mmol/L (72 mg/dL) inaccurate.
If you're having keyhole surgery (laparoscopy), the endoscope will be inserted into a small incision your surgeon makes in your skin. An endoscopy usually takes between 15 and 60 minutes, depending on what it's being used for.
The doctor will look for polyps, cancer, or other abnormalities throughout your colon. Your doctor will also remove any polyps that are found. A colonoscopy usually takes around 20-30 minutes to complete.After the procedure, you will need to recover for about 30-60 minutes to let the sedative wear off.You may feel some gas during your recovery caused by the air used to inflate your colon.he doctor will look for polyps, cancer, or other abnormalities throughout your colon. Your doctor will also remove any polyps that are found. A colonoscopy usually takes around 20-30 minutes to complete.After the procedure, you will need to recover for about 30-60 minutes to let the sedative wear off.