Tests
Next mth I've to go for my glucose test. I asked few of my friends abt it. And they say they hate it. Did anybody experience it? What will yourl be given or what will they do. I gotta fast too cos of this test.
The nurse will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will be collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in or out. For some types of glucose blood tests, you will need to drink a sugary drink before your blood is drawn. If you have diabetes, your health care provider may recommend a kit to monitor your blood sugar at home. The kit will include a device to prick your finger. You will use this to collect a drop of blood for testing. Read the kit instructions carefully and talk to your health care provider to make sure you collect and test your blood correctly. If you are pregnant and are being checked for gestational diabetes: You will drink a sugary liquid one hour before your blood is drawn. You won't need to fast for this test. If your results show higher than normal blood glucose levels, you may need another test, which requires fasting.
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