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Yes, a glucose test is typically a blood test. It measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood. There are different types of glucose tests:

  • Fasting Blood Glucose Test: Requires fasting for at least 8 hours before the test.
  • Random Blood Glucose Test: Can be taken at any time, regardless of when you last ate.
  • Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT): Involves fasting, then drinking a sugary solution, and having your blood sugar levels tested over several hours.
  • A1C Test: Measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months and does not require fasting.

These tests help diagnose diabetes, prediabetes, or monitor blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Last updated: 1/12/2025

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