Test Name
FASTING PLASMA GLUCOSE
Aliases
FASTING SUGAR
Abbreviations
FBS
Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
ROUTINE CHEMISTRY
Sub Department
-
TAT Category
BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME
Estimated TAT
2
TAT Units
HOURS
Test Requirements
8-12 hour fasting required; fasting= not eating or drinking anything except water & prescribed medication.
SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS
Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated
ANALYTE STABILITY
Room Temperature: 2 days at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 7 days at 2-8°C
Clinical Utility
Screening, diagnosis and monitoring of pre-diabetes and diabetes. Diagnose and monitor hypoglycemia. Health and wellness assessments.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026