What is the normal blood glucose level for a child?

Normal blood glucose levels for children (fasting):

* Newborn: 45 to 90 mg/dL

* 1 to 12 months: 60 to 100 mg/dL

* 1 to 17 years: 70 to 110 mg/dL

When to test a child's blood glucose?

It is important to measure a child's blood glucose level when they:

- Have symptoms that could indicate diabetes

- Are at high risk of diabetes

- Have diabetes and must monitor their blood glucose levels

Possible symptoms of high blood glucose (hyperglycemia):

- Increased thirst

- Frequent urination

- Increased hunger

- Weight loss

- Fatigue

- Blurred vision

- Fruity breath odor

Possible symptoms of low blood glucose (hypoglycemia):

- Shakiness

- Sweating

- Hunger

- Feeling light-headed or dizzy

- Confusion

- Loss of consciousness

If a child has any of the symptoms of high or low blood glucose, it is important to test their blood glucose level immediately.