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Why is the sugar level at fasting higher than postprandial?
Why is the sugar level at fasting higher than postprandial?
Why is the sugar level at fasting higher than postprandial?
This is because the body digests the last meal (post dinner) and releases glucose in the blood stream which is detected in the fasting test.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How long after a meal should diabetics test their RBS?
To capture the peak level of your blood glucose, it is best to test one to two hours after you start eating
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After 30 minutes breakfast my blood sugar is 149 is it high?
Yes, it is slightly high.
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What is the link between glucose and insulin?
Insulin produced in pancreas control the storage of glucose in the body to be later used in the form of energy.
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GLUCOSE, POST PRANDIAL (PP), 2 HOURS (POST MEAL)
PPBS, PLBS, Post Lunch Blood Sugar
- Reports: Within 24 Hrs
- Blood is collected 2 hrs after meal