Wellbeing
Fasting Blood Sugar vs Random Blood Sugar: What’s Normal and When to Worry
Many Nigerians leave the laboratory with a printout or PDF full of numbers and medical abbreviations. Two of the most common — and most confusing — results are Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) and Random Blood Sugar (RBS).
Understanding the difference between them can help you know when a result is normal, when it needs attention, and when you should speak to a doctor. This guide explains both tests in plain language and shows how HealthIntel helps you make sense of your results.
Aug 6, 2026
Lawrence Ohis
