Laboratory test
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): 1 parameter from a blood sample, fasting required.
Also known as
Fasting sugar · FBS · Fasting plasma glucose · Diabetes screening test
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Required (8-12 hours)
- Expected report time
- Within 2 hours
- Parameters
- 1
What is the Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)?
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) includes Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS). The listed sample is Fluoride Plasma. The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) measure?
1 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Diabetes1 parameter
| Parameter | Unit | Catalogue method | LOINC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) | mg/dL | Photometry (Hexokinase / GOD-POD) | 14771-0 |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): sample & preparation
Sample: Blood. Fasting: Required (8-12 hours).
- Do not eat or drink anything except plain water for 8 to 12 hours before this test. Have the sample taken first thing in the morning if possible, and continue your usual medicines unless your doctor advises otherwise.
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1 parameters · Fasting: Required (8-12 hours) · Report time: Within 2 hours
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