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Why is the postprandial glucose test done at a 2-hour mark?
Why is the postprandial glucose test done at a 2-hour mark?
Why is the postprandial glucose test done at a 2-hour mark?
It is done to diagnose diabetes such as fasting glucose. However, post prandial is done after 2 hours to check how the body stores sugar in muscles after food consumption after 2 hours.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
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How to lower my gestational diabetes naturally?
Start walking everyday and most importantly consult with a doctor who may tell you about the foods to consume and foods to avoid.
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Should medication be taken before glucose testing?
No medications should be avoided before glucose testing.
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Does black coffee raise your blood glucose level?
For most individuals caffeine does not affect blood glucose levels
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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