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  • 30 Years
  • 15/03/2023

How many hours of fasting is required to test blood sugar level?

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Dr. Dr Hema Pratima

Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

  • MBBS
  • 9+ Yrs
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You are required to fast for 8-12 hours before testing.

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Take a TLC,DLC,ESR Test or Take a Thyroid Profile (T3 T4 TSH) Test Test

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