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What is the link between glucose and insulin?

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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.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Post lunch 1 hour sugar is 155 .. is that okay in Non diabetic?

The test should be done after two hours of eating a meal. However, 155mg/dl might indicate prediabetes.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the full form of PP blood sugar?

The full form is post prandial blood sugar test.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How does insulin work to lower glucose levels after a meal?

During digestion, foods that contain carbohydrates are converted into glucose. Most of this glucose is sent into your bloodstream, causing a rise in blood glucose levels, which signals your pancreas to produce insulin. The insulin signals cells throughout your body to take in glucose from your bloodstream.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What does a higher PP blood sugar indicate?

This indicates that you are not managing your blood sugar levels properly. This can make you susceptible to heart kidney and eye damage.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the PPBS test?

PPBS stands for post prandial blood sugar test. This test is done to measure the level of blood glucose exactly two hours post eating a meal.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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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
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