What happens if I don't fast before a glucose test?

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What happens if I don't fast before a glucose test?

What happens if I don't fast before a glucose test?

If you do not fast before a fasting glucose test you will not get accurate results

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What is a glucose tolerance test?

The glucose tolerance test is a lab test to check how well your body moves sugar from the blood into tissues like muscle and fat

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why is a glucose tolerance test required during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, your body makes more hormones and goes through other changes, such as weight gain. These changes cause your body's cells to use insulin less effectively. Hence, a glucose tolerance test is mandatory to check for gestational diabetes.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why do people have to take glucose tests?

People are recommended to take glucose test to prevent and to monitor existing conditions which can cause complications such as impaired sight and renal functions.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What is impaired glucose tolerance?

Impaired glucose tolerance is defined as a 2-hour post meal glucose level between 140 and 200 mg/dL during the oral glucose tolerance test.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Should medication be taken before glucose testing?

It is advised not to take medications before glucose test until and unless advised by a physician

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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