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Is 5.8 a healthy blood glucose level for a non-fasting test?
Is 5.8 a healthy blood glucose level for a non-fasting test?
Is 5.8 a healthy blood glucose level for a non-fasting test?
No, the person falls under prediabetes. One can reverse it by eating low carbohydrate diet and exercising daily.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
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What are the normal blood sugar levels?
A fasting blood sugar level of 99 mg/dL or lower is normal, 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates you have prediabetes, and 126 mg/dL or higher indicates you have diabetes.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
What is a desirable non-fasting blood glucose number?
The most desirable non fasting number is 125 mg/dL (6.9 mmol/L) or lower.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
Is 188 high for a glucose level?
Yes, one needs to take measures to lower blood glucose levels. Eat low carbohydrate diet and exercise daily. Also, take medications on time if your doctor has prescribed it to you.
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In type-2 diabetes, which blood sugar levels need insulin?
Insulin is usually recommended if a person's HbA1c level at diagnosis is greater than 10% or if someone's fasting blood glucose level is consistently above 250 mg/dl.
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What happens if your blood glucose level goes to 0?
It is dangerous and you have to be hospitalised.
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INSULIN (FASTING)
- Reports: Within 36 Hrs
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required