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  • 28/09/2023

Why is a fasting blood sugar of 117 considered high?

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Dr. Dr Hema Pratima

Dr Hema Pratima

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  • MBBS
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117 is considered prediabetes and not very high. However, one should keep a check on blood glucose levels so that it does not progress to severe conditions.

Dr. Hema Suggests...

Take a GGT Test (Gamma Glutamyl Tranferase) Test or Take a TSH Ultrasensitive Test Test

Book GGT Test (Gamma Glutamyl Tranferase) TestBook TSH Ultrasensitive Test Test

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