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How often do I need to test my blood glucose?
How often do I need to test my blood glucose?
How often do I need to test my blood glucose?
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.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Related Questions
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.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
How do I take a fasting blood sugar test?
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
Last updated on 09 May 2023
Does what you eat the day before affect the glucose test?
Yes, specially if you have diabetes then foods rich in sugar can spike your blood glucose levels.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Can fasting too long affect blood tests?
Yes fasting too long can also result in inaccurate results
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
Does water intake interfere with fasting blood sugar test?
Yes excess water intake may interfere with your test results.
Last updated on 15 Mar 2023
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required