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Does what you eat the day before affect the glucose test?

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

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What's the importance of performing a blood glucose test?

The importance of performing a blood glucose test is that we get to know how much blood glucose levels are present in the blood stream.

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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Can you take acetaminophen before a fasting blood test?

Yes, if you have fever you can take the medicine, however keep your doctor informed

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Can fasting too long affect blood tests?

Yes fasting too long can also result in inaccurate results

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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

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When is the best time to check your blood glucose level?

The best time to test blood sugar is between 6 AM to 8 AM in the morning before breakfast.

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