Measures your blood sugar level at any time of the day, with no fasting or special preparation needed.
Also known as: Random Blood Sugar (RBS), Random Blood Glucose Test, Random Plasma Glucose
The Random Blood Glucose (RBS) test measures your blood sugar level at any time of the day, regardless of when you last ate. Unlike fasting or post-meal glucose tests, this test does not require any special preparation, making it a quick and convenient way to check your blood sugar levels.
The Random Blood Sugar test is commonly used to screen for diabetes, evaluate symptoms of high blood sugar, and monitor blood glucose levels in people with diabetes.
The Random Blood Glucose (RBS) test measures the concentration of glucose in your blood at the time the sample is collected. Since the test can be performed at any time, it is often recommended in emergency situations or when a person is experiencing symptoms of diabetes.
If the blood sugar level is higher than normal, your doctor may advise additional tests such as Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS), Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS), or HbA1c for confirmation.
Benefits of the Random Blood Glucose test:
A Random Blood Glucose test is recommended for:
Your doctor may recommend this test if you have:
1.Glucose, Random
Measures the glucose level in your blood at the time of sample collection, regardless of when you last ate. Used to screen for diabetes and monitor blood sugar.
No fasting is required.
Before your test:
| Parameter | Normal range |
|---|---|
| Random Glucose (Normal) | Below 140 mg/dL |
| Random Glucose (High, needs further evaluation) | Above 140 mg/dL |
| Random Glucose (Possible diabetes, with symptoms) | 200 mg/dL or higher |
Reference ranges can differ between labs. Your report shows the range used by the lab.
No. The RBS test can be done at any time of the day, whether or not you have eaten.
Reports are usually available within 24–30 hours.
Yes. OnHealth provides home blood sample collection in the cities we serve.
A normal random blood sugar level is generally below 140 mg/dL. A level of 200 mg/dL or higher, along with diabetes symptoms, may indicate diabetes.
| Test name | Blood Glucose Random (RBS) |
|---|---|
| Location | Kanpur |
| Sample type | Blood |
| Number of parameters | 1 |
| Home sample collection | Available |
| Fasting | Not required |
| Report time | Within 24–30 hours |
| Recommended age | 5–99 years |
| Suitable for | Male & Female |
Your doctor may advise confirmatory tests such as Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS), Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) or HbA1c.
