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Fasting, random, and 2-hour blood glucose

The type of test determines how the result is read. Do not mix up different contexts.

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Do not mix them up

Fasting blood glucose is measured after at least eight hours without calorie intake. Random blood glucose can be checked at any time. The 2 hours after a meal result in LHP is post-meal education and is not automatically the same as a formal OGTT.

A high result needs context

A random result of 200 mg/dL or higher is not an automatic diagnosis without classic symptoms or a crisis. Repeat or confirm it as directed by a health professional.

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