Are You Allowed Water When Fasting for a Glucose Test?
                                
                                
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                                For a standard fasting blood glucose test, the fasting period is typically 8 to 12 hours, but a common point of confusion is what can be consumed. This guide answers the critical question: are you allowed water when fasting for a glucose test?