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🩸 BSF / PP Test Explanation
🔹 1. BSF (Blood Sugar Fasting) Test
Full Form: Blood Sugar Fasting
What it measures: The glucose level in your blood after fasting for at least 8–12 hours.
Why it’s done:
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To screen for diabetes or prediabetes
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To check how your body controls blood sugar without the influence of food
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Commonly included in general health checkups
Normal Range:
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70 to 99 mg/dL (Normal)
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100–125 mg/dL (Prediabetes)
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126 mg/dL or higher (Diabetes – needs confirmation)
Preparation Required:
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Do not eat or drink anything except water for 8–12 hours before the test.
🔹 2. PP (Postprandial Blood Sugar) Test
Full Form: Postprandial Blood Sugar
What it measures: The glucose level in your blood 2 hours after eating a meal.
Why it’s done:
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To see how well your body processes sugar after food
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Helps monitor blood sugar control in people with diabetes
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Used alongside BSF for accurate diagnosis
Normal Range (2 hours after eating):
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Less than 140 mg/dL (Normal)
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140–199 mg/dL (Prediabetes)
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200 mg/dL or more (Diabetes)
Preparation Required:
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Eat your regular meal, then get the test done exactly 2 hours after finishing your meal.
🔍 Why Are Both Tests Done Together?
Together, BSF and PP give a complete picture of blood glucose control, both in a fasting state and after eating. This is especially important for diagnosing diabetes and for diabetic patients managing their condition.
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