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What does fasting blood sugar mean?
What does fasting blood sugar mean?
What does fasting blood sugar mean?
A fasting blood sugar test means that a person gives his/her blood sample while they are fasting to detect diabetes and prediabetes.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
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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 15 Mar 2023
What does fasting blood sugar mean?
A fasting blood sugar test means that a person gives his/her blood sample while they are fasting to detect diabetes and prediabetes.
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
Why did my fasting blood glucose level go up?
This is because your body is not able to produce sufficient insulin.
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
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required