Blood Sugar / Diabetes
FBS Test Price in Sri Lanka
Blood glucose after an overnight fast — the classic sugar test.
Price at St. Luke's, Ja-Ela
LKR 280
- Fast 8–12 hours beforehand.
- Most reports within 24 hours
- Home collection at the same price
What the FBS test measures
A Fasting Blood Sugar measures the glucose in your blood after at least 8 hours without food. Because it removes the effect of a recent meal, it shows how well your body manages sugar at baseline.
Also known as: Fasting Blood Sugar, Fasting glucose, Sugar test.
Why doctors order it
- Screening for diabetes and prediabetes
- Day-to-day monitoring for people with diabetes
- Routine health checks and pre-employment medicals
How to prepare
Fast for 8–12 hours beforehand — nothing but water. An early-morning slot or a home visit makes this easy.
Related tests & prices
- Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)LKR 280
- Random Blood Sugar (RBS)LKR 280
Common questions
How much does a FBS test cost in Sri Lanka?
At St. Luke's Medical Laboratory in Ja-Ela, the Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) costs LKR 280. That is the published counter price — home sample collection is available at the same price across the towns we serve.
Do I need to fast for a FBS test?
Fast for 8–12 hours beforehand — nothing but water. An early-morning slot or a home visit makes this easy.
How soon will I get my report?
Most reports are ready within 24 hours and can be shared digitally.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Only your doctor can interpret your result. Prices are subject to change — confirm when you book.