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What lab tests are done for diabetes?
What lab tests are done for diabetes?
What lab tests are done for diabetes?
Fasting glucose and HBA1C are the best tests for detecting diabetes.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
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What does a fasting sugar of 95 indicate?
It indicates that you are non diabetic.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
How can I decrease my fasting blood glucose levels?
One should exercise regularly or brisk walk for 45mins per day along with diet restrictions in which refined sugars should not be consumed. The doctor might also prescribe you medications to lower blood glucose levels.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
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
How long must a patient fast before the fasting test for diabetes?
A person should fast 8-12 hours before giving the test.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
What is a desirable non-fasting blood glucose number?
Any value less than 140mg/dl is considered normal blood sugar levels.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required