CBC test: what it checks and what your results mean

A CBC counts your red cells, white cells and platelets. Here is what each number tells your doctor, how to prepare, and how soon you get results.

Fasting blood sugar vs HbA1c: what is the difference?

Both tests check for diabetes, but they measure different things. See how FBS and HbA1c compare, which one needs fasting, and what the numbers mean.

How to prepare for a fasting blood test

Which blood tests need fasting, how many hours, and what you can still drink. A simple guide so you do not have to repeat your test.