for people with diabetes who need an echocardiogram follow these guidelines unless your doctor tells you otherwise: if you take insulin to control your blood sugar ask your doctor what amount you should take the day of the test. often your doctor will tell you to take only half of your usual morning dose and to eat a light meal four hours before the test. if you take pills to control your blood sugar do not take your medication until after the test is complete. do not take your diabetes drug and skip a meal before the test. if you own a glucose monitor bring it with you to check your blood sugar levels before and after your test. if you think your blood sugar is low tell the lab personnel immediately. plan to eat and take your blood sugar medication following your test. i do not need echocardiogram!
what if i have diabetes and need an echocardiogram?