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Blood Sugar Test
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Also Known as:
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Sample Type:
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Whole Blood in Plain Vial
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Age group:
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All Age Groups
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Report Timeline:
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2-3 Hours
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₹100.00
Description
What is the blood sugar test?
A blood sugar test measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood. It is commonly used to check for and manage diabetes and pre-diabetes. Blood sugar levels can help determine how well your body is using insulin and maintaining energy balance.
Types of Blood Sugar Tests
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): Measures sugar levels after not eating for at least 8 hours.
Random Blood Sugar (RBS): Taken at any time, regardless of when you last ate.
Postprandial Blood Sugar: Done 2 hours after eating to see how your body handles glucose.
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT): A series of blood tests done after drinking a glucose solution.
HbA1c Test: Shows average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months.
Why It’s Done
Diagnose diabetes, prediabetes, or hypoglycemia
Monitor blood sugar levels in diabetic patients
Evaluate symptoms like fatigue, frequent urination, or blurred vision