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How long must a patient fast before the fasting test for diabetes?
How long must a patient fast before the fasting test for diabetes?
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 09 Dec 2024
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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 09 Dec 2024
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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 09 Dec 2024
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Why did my fasting blood glucose level go up?
This is because your body is not able to produce sufficient insulin.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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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 09 Dec 2024
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My fasting blood sugar is 89.6 mg/dl, is it normal value?
Yes, it is a normal value.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required