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Fasting Glucose Blood Test

$38.00 AUD

Experiencing symptoms like excessive thirst or frequent urination, concerned about diabetes risk, or want to monitor your blood sugar control for metabolic health?

The Fasting Glucose Blood Test measures blood sugar after you have not eaten for at least 8 hours. High levels may be linked to diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance, while normal levels show healthy blood sugar control and energy balance.

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Order a test

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Overview

Think of the Fasting Glucose test as your body's energy meter – it measures how well your internal fuel system is working after you've been "running on empty" overnight. Just like checking your car's engine performance, this test reveals how efficiently your body manages blood sugar, which is your cells' primary fuel source. After fasting for 8-12 hours, your blood is tested to see how well your body maintains steady glucose levels without food coming in, giving doctors a clear picture of your metabolic health.

This simple blood test is incredibly valuable because it can catch problems before they become serious health issues. When your results are higher than normal, it might indicate pre-diabetes or diabetes – conditions where your body struggles to keep blood sugar in the healthy zone. This early warning system is especially important if you've been experiencing symptoms like constant thirst, frequent bathroom trips, or unexplained fatigue, or if you have risk factors like family history of diabetes or being over 45. By identifying these issues early, you and your healthcare provider can take steps to prevent or manage diabetes, protecting you from complications that affect your heart, nerves, and overall well-being.

Symptoms

Essential for individuals with diabetes risk factors, metabolic symptoms, family history, or anyone needing comprehensive glucose and metabolic health assessment.

Questions

  • Fasting glucose measures blood sugar after not eating for 8-12 hours; it's the primary test for diagnosing diabetes and pre-diabetes.
  • Normal is <5.6 mmol/L, pre-diabetes is 5.6-6.9 mmol/L, and diabetes is ≥7.0 mmol/L on two separate occasions.
  • Symptoms may include excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound healing, and unexplained weight loss.
  • Type 1 is autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells; Type 2 is insulin resistance often related to obesity, genetics, and lifestyle factors.
  • Through maintaining healthy weight, regular exercise, balanced diet, limiting processed foods, and managing other health conditions.
  • Complications include heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, nerve damage, eye problems, and poor wound healing.

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Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

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How to prepare

Fast for 8-12 hours before testing. Take sample before 10am. Drink only water during fasting period. Avoid training 24-48 hours prior to test.

After the test

Address abnormal glucose through lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, exercise, weight management, and diabetes medications if indicated. Work with endocrinologists for diabetes management.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Results show fasting glucose levels compared to normal ranges. Elevated levels may indicate pre-diabetes or diabetes requiring lifestyle changes, monitoring, or medical treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.

If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.

Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)

Of course. Just maybe don’t bring the friend who faints at the sight of blood.

They’re the highly trained professionals who take your blood sample - with a steady hand and a sharp needle. They love blood, but don’t worry… they’re not vampires. Just legends who make blood tests quick, clean, and (almost) painless.

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