Is it possible to lower one's blood sugar before a blood test?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

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Yes one can dilute blood sugar levels by drinking large amounts of water. However, this is not recommended especially if you want to get accurate results.

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