Is Fasting blood sugar 220 high, normal or dangerous? What does Glucose fasting level 220 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: February 14, 2026

Fasting blood sugar 220

Your Fasting blood sugar level of 220 is a High Fasting blood sugar level.

High Fasting blood sugar levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 74 mg/dL and 99 mg/dL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

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The normal Fasting blood sugar range for men is :74 - 99 mg/dL

Ideal values of Fasting blood sugar depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal Fasting blood sugar value
<5 years 75.628
5-10 years 77.292
10-15 years 78.992
15-20 years 80.73
20-25 years 82.506
25-30 years 84.321
30-35 years 86.176
35-40 years 88.072
40-45 years 90.01
45-50 years 91.99
50-55 years 94.014
55-60 years 96.082
60-70 years 98.196
70-80 years 98.148
80-90 years 98.1
90-100 years 98.052
>100 years 98.004

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Normal range of Fasting blood sugar found among women :74-99 mg/dL

Ideal values of Fasting blood sugar depending on age (female) :
AgeIdeal Fasting blood sugar value
<5 years 75.677
5-10 years 77.392
10-15 years 79.146
15-20 years 80.939
20-25 years 82.773
25-30 years 84.649
30-35 years 86.567
35-40 years 88.529
40-45 years 90.535
45-50 years 92.587
50-55 years 94.685
55-60 years 96.831
60-70 years 96.781
70-80 years 98.974
80-90 years 98.923
90-100 years 98.873
>100 years 98.822
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If you take a Fasting blood sugar blood test and the results are not in the normal range (74-99 mg/dL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Fasting blood sugar Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Fasting blood sugar test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Fasting blood sugar levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Fasting blood sugar test results are usually available within a few hours.

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