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Can i intake water 1ltr to 1.5 ltr brfore blood glucose fasting test.
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Yes but why?: For a fasting blood sugar test, do not eat or drink anything but water for at least 8 hours before the blood sample is taken. No need to drink 1.5 liters of water before test. May cause electrolyte imbalance.
Answered 4/24/2015
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