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Everything you need to know about the Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) test - the most common diabetes screening test. Learn how to prepare, what the numbers mean, and what to do with your results.

Chapters:
0:00 - What is Fasting Blood Sugar Test?
1:00 - Why is Fasting Required?
2:30 - How to Prepare Properly
4:00 - Understanding Your Results
5:30 - What if Results are Abnormal?
6:30 - Tips for Accurate Results

What is Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS/FPG)?
Also called Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Measures blood glucose after 8-12 hours of fasting
Most common screening test for diabetes
Simple blood draw in morning
Results usually available same day

Why Fasting is Required:
Eliminates food's effect on blood sugar
Shows baseline glucose level
Reveals how well your body manages glucose overnight
Food can raise blood sugar for hours
Even small snacks affect results

How to Prepare:
Fast for 8-12 hours (overnight fasting easiest)
Water is OK during fasting period
No coffee, tea, or other beverages with calories
Take regular medications unless doctor says otherwise
Avoid alcohol night before
Get good sleep the night before
Schedule test early morning

Understanding Your Results:
Normal: Less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L)
Prediabetes: 100-125 mg/dL (5.6-6.9 mmol/L)
Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher (7.0+ mmol/L)
Results confirmed with repeat test
Single high reading needs verification

What Affects Results:
Stress (raises blood sugar)
Illness or infection
Certain medications
Poor sleep
Not fasting long enough
Caffeine consumption
Time of day

What to Do Next:
Normal: Retest annually (if risk factors) or every 3 years
Prediabetes: Lifestyle changes, retest in 3-6 months
Diabetes range: See doctor, confirm with HbA1c or OGTT
Always discuss results with healthcare provider

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DISCLAIMER:
This content is for EDUCATIONAL purposes only.
NOT medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always consult your healthcare provider.
Diabetes testing should be done by qualified professionals.

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