Are there ways to trick blood test results?
Yes eating before the test could result in false results.
Last updated on 29 Mar 2023
There are strips and accuchecks to check blood sugar levels instantly.
Yes, 18 hours fasting may affect blood glucose levels.
For fasting blood glucose test one should not eat anything before the blood test.
The tests are fasting blood glucose test, HBA1C, and post prandial blood test.
Food nutrients can interfere with the test especially in the case of fasting blood glucose hence it is advised to remain empty stomach before giving the test.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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