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.
Bowel Prep. In order for the results of a colonoscopy or other endoscopic procedure to be effective, you will need to practice traditional bowel prep during the 1 or 2 days leading up to the appointment.n order for the results of a colonoscopy or other endoscopic procedure to be effective, you will need to practice traditional bowel prep during the 1 or 2 days leading up to the appointment.