Random Blood Sugar (RBS) Test

Random blood sugar tests taken at regular intervals can help individuals detect hyperglycaemia and reduce their chance of developing chronic problems. Regular random blood sugar test is important for individuals who have been diagnosed with diabetes. It allows the doctor as well as the individuals to know whether the prescribed medications and lifestyle changes are working in favour of diabetes management or not. Testing blood glucose levels at different times of the day can help an individual in managing their diabetes and lower the risk of complications. Going for a random blood sugar test regularly can help an individual to stay updated on their blood sugar levels. 

If an individual has diabetes, it's important to pay close attention to their symptoms. If an individual thinks he or she is having low or high blood sugar symptoms, it is recommended to go for a random blood sugar test immediately. 

Here are some symptoms an individual should look out for:

• Wounds are taking a much longer time to heal
• Increased thirst
• Frequent urination
• Blurry vision
• Tiredness

It is recommended to go for a random blood sugar test on an empty stomach, usually after waking up in the morning. This will help in measuring accurate blood sugar levels.

The accuracy of a random blood sugar test depends on various factors. Random blood sugar tests or random plasma glucose tests provide different results depending on the test timings. If an individual goes for a test right after a meal, the test might show high blood sugar levels. Similarly, if an individual goes for a test after 2 hours of a meal, it will produce different results. Doctors and healthcare professionals usually recommend going for a random plasma glucose test on an empty stomach right after waking up to get an almost accurate result.

Yes, sleep affects the body’s response to insulin. Lack of sleep can negatively affect the blood sugar level in your body. The quality of sleep affects insulin resistance. If your doctor has recommended a glucose random test, then make sure to have a proper night’s sleep and optimum hydration before having the blood drawn. This will help in getting accurate test results. You can book your blood sugar test with Max Lab at affordable prices. We ensure same-day test report generation for your convenience.

A random blood sugar test measures the level of glucose in the blood. Low or high random glucose means an abnormal level of blood sugar in the body. High random glucose means there is a high level of sugar in the blood and indicates a lack of insulin in the body. If your doctor has recommended taking a random glucose test, he/she wants to check the range of glucose levels in your body. You can book your random blood sugar test at Max Lab for a quick and hassle-free test procedure. Our phlebotomist will take your blood sample from the comfort of your home and your test report will be generated within 24 hours of blood sample collection.

Yes, you can drink water before this blood sugar test. Drinking plenty of water ensures the accuracy of the test results. At the same time, for a random blood sugar test, you don’t need to fast before having your blood drawn.

Make sure to ask your doctor about preparing for the test and clarify other test-related questions. You can book a blood sugar test from Max Lab and get the test results within 24 hours of sample collection.

The price of the Random Blood Sugar Test may differ from city to city. Below are our cities of service with the RBS test price near you: