Fasting sugar, post-meal sugar, HbA1c: Why one blood sugar test is not enough
Understanding your diabetes risk goes beyond a single blood sugar number. Experts recommend a trio of tests: fasting glucose for overnight control, post-meal readings for carbohydrate metabolism, and HbA1c for a three-month average. Together, these provide a comprehensive picture of your body's glucose management, crucial for early detection and preventing complications.
Understanding your diabetes risk goes beyond a single blood sugar number. Experts recommend a trio of tests: fasting glucose for overnight control, post-meal readings for carbohydrate metabolism, and HbA1c for a three-month average. Together, these provide a comprehensive picture of your body's glucose management, crucial for early detection and preventing complications.
