i've just had my blood test come back, and i have a high glucose level, what does that mean.?

Question

i've had two blood tests, and fast for both, the results came back at 6.7-6.5.

Answer 1

Did you fast before you had your blood drawn? If not, this means that your body is still in the process of metabolizing sugars from the foods that you ate prior to having the test done. If you DID fast, this means you have a high fasting blood sugar and this is one of the first signs of diabetes. Your doctor will follow up with you if he/she is concerned.

Answer 2

I believe It is now general practice to do the test no matter if you are high risk of having diabetes or not. I had my first child 6 years ago and don't believe I was even aware gestational diabetes existed, I was never tested for it, And I don't think it was ever even mentioned about it. My circumstances back then were the exact same as they are now, apart from then I was 17 now I am 23. My nan on my mums side has diabetes My uncle (blood related) on my dads side has diabetes I am over weight Also I do have the added 'risk' that my last baby was a big baby at 9lb 2oz They did the test this time at 27 weeks, I was informed about 6weeks in advance about my test and informed it was a two hour test. When I went for it I had to fast from 10pm the night before have my blood taken, drink the very sweet bright yellow drink go away for 2 hours, still not eat anything and then go back to have my blood taken again. The next day I got my results and got the all clear. My midwife said though that my blood sugar levels were about 0.2 away from having gestational diabetes, so it was very close, But they didnt book me in for any futher testing I dont believe you should have to have the '4 prick' test though until after having bad results from the first one :/ I would definatly check with your doctor as If you are not really classed as at risk to have gestational diabetes it seems like alot of messing about to confirm you haven't got it. I would suggest that you suggest to your doctor just having the one hour test before going on to the first one, Legally they cant do anything you dont agree to, So I can't see them saying no :) Good luck with your pregnancy

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Well, it could mean plenty of different things. I'm diabetic and trust me I've had plenty of blood tests. There are many factors you have to consider before you come to a conclusion about the glucose level. Did you eat before the test? If so, how long before the test? If you fasted, then this could be a sign of diabetes. Your pancreas produces insulin that breaks down the glucose in your body. If you pancreas is not breaking that down within an hour of eating then you would be considered diabetic. There is a bit more testing you would have to have before your doctor would come to that conclusion though.

Answer 5

Glucose readings should be done fasting (not having anything but water for many hours before the test). If you have eaten prior to the blood draw, the results may not be accurate.

If your fasting glucose is high, you may have diabetes. You don't say how high it is. If the upper limit of normal is 110 and yours is 112, don't sweat it. If your glucose is 400, that is an entirely different story.

The doctor who ordered the test should be able to answer any questions you have about your risk of diabetes. Call him/her and ask!

Good luck.

Answer 6

An important reason to know your average blood glucose is that it is closely related to your risk of developing long-term complications of diabetes. As a rule, the closer your average is to "normal" (around 90-130 mg/dL), the better off you are. Most blood glucose meters tell you your average blood glucose.
Don't worry : Things can be controlled. Your Doctor will be able to assess treatment needed (if any) depending on your glucose level. Good luck

Answer 7

As usual with medical questions more detail is needed. When was the test taken in relation to a meal, was it a true fasted level? How old are you and are you overweight. If the level is definitely elevated it should be repeated fasted. If it is marginally up then a glucose tolerance test should be performed. GTT your GP would arrange this. Most diabetics, IF you prove to be one can be treated with exercise, weight loss and diet.

Answer 8

get it checked again ; this time one blood sample on fasting and the other after 1 hour of having breakfast.you have risk of having Diabetes.ask your doctor which type.
don't worry Buddy! with a diet control& exercise you can keep your glucose level under control.
your doctor will take care of you.

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Answer 10

it means you have a high level of sugar in your blood - you will need to do another reading just to check if this is a persistant situation, if it is, then you could be diabetic.