Glucose Fasting
This test measures your blood sugar levels after you have not eaten for a while. It helps to check how your body is handling sugar and can be used to screen for or monitor diabetes.
When is it needed?
Screening for diabetesMonitoring diabetesUnexplained weight lossFrequent urinationIncreased thirst
How to prepare
You need to fast for 8-12 hours before this test. You can drink water but should not eat or drink anything else. Your doctor will tell you the best time to take the test.
More about this test
This test measures your blood sugar levels after you have not eaten for a while. It helps to check how your body is handling sugar and can be used to screen for or monitor diabetes.
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