What is the meaning of a random blood glucose test?
Random glucose testing measures a person's blood glucose levels at any given point in the day.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
If you had a fasting blood glucose test: A level of 100 to 125 mg/dL (5.6 to 6.9 mmol/L) means you have impaired fasting glucose. Consult a doctor to reverse your condition.
Usually it is done by giving the patient a liquid that is sugar rich and then after an hour the blood is drawn to check for glucose levels .If the levels are 140mg/dl then it is normal if it is more then you need to consult a doctor.
If you had a fasting blood glucose test, a level between 70 and 100 mg/dL (3.9 and 5.6 mmol/L) is considered normal. If you had a random blood glucose test, a normal result depends on when you last ate.
Blood test is recommended before meals or after meals.
HBA1c, glucose fasting, glucose post prandial are the most important tests for diabetes.
RBS, RBG, Random Blood Sugar
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