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When is the HBA1C test done, before or after the meal?
When is the HBA1C test done, before or after the meal?
When is the HBA1C test done, before or after the meal?
It can be done at anytime before or after meals.
Last updated on 29 Mar 2023
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Is fasting glucose the same as A1C?
No, they are not the same.
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Can A1C be high and blood sugar low?
Yes, it is possible.
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Why is my HbA1c high even though glucose is normal?
It is possible to have high A1C levels without diabetes in rare cases. Iron, folate etc can also increase HBA1C levels.
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What is the difference between HBA1C and blood sugar levels?
The difference is A1C is the mean average for 3 months of control of blood sugar levels. Whereas fasting blood sugar levels are of the same day.
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How to lower my A1C levels overnight?
A1C cannot be lowered overnight
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required