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What does fasting blood sugar mean?

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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 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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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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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 to cheat a fasting blood sugar if you are diabetic?

One cannot cheat if you are a diabetic

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My fasting blood sugar is 197. What medicine should I take?

Since 197 is high you are recommended to taken metformin or insulin depending on what the doctor suggests

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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