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What is the normal fasting plasma glucose level range in mg/dL?
What is the normal fasting plasma glucose level range in mg/dL?
- 80 to less than 110
- 70 to less than 100 (correct)
- 60 to less than 90
- 90 to less than 120
What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?
What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?
- They decrease gradually over several hours.
- They remain constant regardless of meal intake.
- They decrease significantly immediately.
- They increase and then return back to normal. (correct)
Which statement about fasting plasma glucose is accurate?
Which statement about fasting plasma glucose is accurate?
- It typically ranges between 70 and less than 100 mg/dL. (correct)
- It is measured after a minimum of 12 hours fasting.
- It is normally below 70 mg/dL.
- It should exceed 100 mg/dL for normal function.
Why is it important to monitor fasting plasma glucose levels?
Why is it important to monitor fasting plasma glucose levels?
If a person's fasting plasma glucose level is recorded at 65 mg/dL, what does this signify?
If a person's fasting plasma glucose level is recorded at 65 mg/dL, what does this signify?
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Fasting Plasma Glucose Level
Fasting Plasma Glucose Level
The amount of glucose in the blood after a period of not eating (8-12 hours).
Normal Fasting Plasma Glucose
Normal Fasting Plasma Glucose
The normal range of fasting plasma glucose levels in a healthy individual.
Postprandial Blood Glucose Rise
Postprandial Blood Glucose Rise
The process of glucose levels rising after eating a meal.
Blood Glucose Return to Baseline
Blood Glucose Return to Baseline
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Blood Glucose Regulation
Blood Glucose Regulation
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