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Can fasting too long affect blood tests?

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Can fasting too long affect blood tests?

Yes fasting too long can also result in inaccurate results

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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At what blood sugar level should one start medication?

Fasting blood sugar tests more than 200mg/dl needs medications and cannot be lowered by lifestyle changes alone

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How long should a person fast before a blood test?

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

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Is 120 fasting blood sugar high?

No it is not very high.

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Which blood tests need to be fasting?

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

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What are normal blood sugar levels 6 hours after meal?

For a person without any type of diabetes, blood sugar levels are generally between 70 to 130 mg/dL post 6 hours of meals.

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