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Testing For Diabetes

Fasting Plasma Glucose Test

The fasting plasma glucose test is the most common and the preferred way to diagnose diabetes. It is easy and convenient. Patients are asked to fast overnight (at least 8 hours). A sample of their blood is drawn at the doctor’s office and sent to the laboratory for analysis. Normal fasting plasma glucose levels are less than 110 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl). A person whose plasma glucose levels are between 111 (mg/dl) and 125 (mg/dl) is said to have impaired glucose tolerance. Fasting plasma glucose levels of more than 126 mg/dl on two or more tests on different days diagnose diabetes.

Random Plasma Glucose Test

Random blood samples (if taken shortly after eating or drinking) may be used to test for diabetes when symptoms are present. A blood glucose level of 200 mg/dl or higher indicates diabetes. This needs to be reconfirmed on another day with a fasting plasma glucose or an oral glucose test.

For more information, visit your doctor or the American Diabetes Association Web site