Question 1

How do I take a fasting blood sugar test?

Accepted Answer

You can order the test from Apollo23/7 Lab Test. The phlebotomist will come and collect your blood sample from which the lab test will be derived

Question 2

Do doctors test for diabetes during checkups?

Accepted Answer

Yes, doctors do test for diabetes as a part of routine check up specially after the age of 30.

Question 3

How long should a person fast before a blood test?

Accepted Answer

You are required to fast for 8-12 hours before testing.

Question 4

Which blood tests need to be fasting?

Accepted Answer

Blood glucose test specifically the fasting sugar needs to be done with 8-12 hours fasting.

Question 5

What's the importance of performing a blood glucose test?

Accepted Answer

The importance of performing a blood glucose test is that we get to know how much blood glucose levels are present in the blood stream.

Question 6

When is the best time to check your blood glucose level?

Accepted Answer

The best time to test blood sugar is between 6 AM to 8 AM in the morning before breakfast.

How do I take a fasting blood sugar test?

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