Why do I need a blood glucose test?Your health care provider may order a blood glucose test if you have symptoms of high glucose levels (hyperglycemia) or low glucose levels (hypoglycemia).Symptoms of high blood glucose levels include:Increased thirstMore frequent urinationBlurred visionFatigueWounds that are slow to healSymptoms of low blood glucose levels include:AnxietySweatingTremblingHungerConfusionYou may also need a blood glucose test if you have certain risk factors for diabetes. These include:Being overweightLack of exerciseFamily member with diabetesHigh blood pressureHeart diseaseIf you are pregnant, you will likely get a blood glucose test between the 24th and 28th week of your pregnancy to check for gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that happens only during pregnancy.
