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How often should i be testing blood glucose while pregnant?

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4 times a day: If you have gestational diabetes, blood sugar should be tested 4 times each day: 1) a fasting level when first waking up 2) 2 hours after breakfast 3) 2 hours after lunch 4) 2 hours after dinner.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Four times aday: You should do a fasting in the morning and a finger stick after every meal.

Answered 5/23/2011

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