How Do You Fast Before A Glucose Tolerance Test?
Your doctor has asked you to have a glucose tolerance test taken. You know you need to fast beforehand, but you’re not sure for how long and if you can take any prescribed medications or not. Here’s how to fast for the glucose tolerance test so you get an accurate blood sugar result. Do a trial fast to see how you react. If you’re in the habit of eating every 4 hours, try missing a meal and see how you feel. Do this at least a week before you’re scheduled to fast for the glucose tolerance test. Schedule the test early in the day. If you schedule the glucose tolerance test in the afternoon then you’re wide awake, most likely moving around and are used to eating and drinking so you’ll be more hungry. With a morning appointment you won’t be missing two meals during the fast by the time you have your blood drawn for the glucose tolerance test. Inform your doctor about any medications you’re currently taking, and if you should continue taking them during the fast or not. Some medications mu
