Accuracy of Carbohydrate Counting in Adults

Clin Diabetes. 2016 Jul;34(3):142-7. doi: 10.2337/diaclin.34.3.142.

Abstract

In Brief This study investigates carbohydrate counting accuracy in patients using insulin through a multiple daily injection regimen or continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion. The average accuracy test score for all patients was 59%. The carbohydrate test in this study can be used to emphasize the importance of carbohydrate counting to patients and to provide ongoing education.