Can fasting too long affect blood tests?
Yes fasting too long can also result in inaccurate results
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
You are required to fast for 8-12 hours before testing.
One should not have a level of 160mg/dl consistentely for many days. Show to a doctor immediately to treat your diabetes better.
Yes, doctors do test for diabetes as a part of routine check up specially after the age of 30.
If your sugar levels are 170 then you are considered diabetic and you should consult a doctor immediately.
If you have type1 diabetes then you need to test it everyday and if you have type 2 diabetes then you can test it once in two days.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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