Blood Glucose Test: What You Need to Know

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What is the purpose of a blood glucose test?

  • To measure the level of insulin in the blood
  • To determine the level of cholesterol in the blood
  • To check for diabetes and monitor its treatment (correct)
  • To monitor the treatment of high blood pressure

When is a fasting blood sugar (FBS) test usually conducted?

  • During a glucose load test
  • At least 8 hours after fasting (correct)
  • At random times during the day
  • At least 2 hours after a meal

What does HbA1C test measure?

  • Average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months (correct)
  • Insulin resistance
  • Cholesterol levels
  • Blood pressure levels

When is a 2-hour postprandial blood sugar (2-hour PC) test done?

<p>Two hours after a meal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a random blood sugar (RBS) test determine?

<p>Blood sugar level at any time of the day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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