Is Fasting blood sugar 240 high, normal or dangerous? What does Glucose fasting level 240 mean?

Fasting blood sugar 240

Your Fasting blood sugar level of 240 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 75.776
5-10 years 77.595
10-15 years 79.457
15-20 years 81.364
20-25 years 83.317
25-30 years 85.317
30-35 years 87.365
35-40 years 89.462
40-45 years 91.609
45-50 years 93.808
50-55 years 96.059
55-60 years 98.364
60-70 years 98.308
70-80 years 98.251
80-90 years 98.194
90-100 years 98.138
>100 years 98.081

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

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  • Eye damage
  • Foot damage
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Heart and blood vessel disease
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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 75.829
5-10 years 77.703
10-15 years 79.624
15-20 years 81.592
20-25 years 83.609
25-30 years 85.676
30-35 years 87.794
35-40 years 89.964
40-45 years 92.188
45-50 years 94.467
50-55 years 96.802
55-60 years 96.743
60-70 years 96.683
70-80 years 96.624
80-90 years 96.565
90-100 years 98.952
>100 years 98.891
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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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