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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?
What happens if I don't fast before a glucose test?
If you dont fast before a glucose test then you will not get accurate results.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Related Questions
What is the purpose of fasting in a fasting plasma glucose test?
Fasting means that you have had nothing to eat or drink (except water) for 8 to 12 hours before the test. This will yeild best results and detect whether you have diabetes or not
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Is glucose testing the same as a blood sugar test?
Yes they are same until you are referring to consumption of glucose test which is done during random or post prandial.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
My fasting blood sugar is 89.6 mg/dl, is it normal value?
Yes, it is a normal value.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Is 175 a high blood sugar?
Yes, 175mg/dl is high and one should make lifestyle changes to bring down value to 100mg/dl.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Why did my fasting blood glucose level go up?
This is because your body is not able to produce sufficient insulin.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required