
Dr. Sudhir Kumar of Apollo Hospitals warns that fasting blood sugar tests can produce inaccurate results due to common preparation errors. He emphasizes the importance of an 8-12 hour fast, a normal dinner, adequate sleep (7-8 hours), and avoiding pre-test exercise. These factors significantly impact glucose levels, preventing misinterpretation of results and unnecessary patient anxiety.
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