What are the blood tests that diagnose diabetes in adults?
The tests are fasting blood glucose test, HBA1C, and post prandial blood test.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Yes eating before the test could result in false results.
Food nutrients can interfere with the test especially in the case of fasting blood glucose hence it is advised to remain empty stomach before giving the test.
For fasting blood glucose test one should not eat anything before the blood test.
You dont have to fast for 14 hours until and unless prescribed a by a doctor.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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