The fasting blood sugar (FBS) test is the most common first test for diabetes and prediabetes. It is cheap, but the price still changes a lot between government and private centers. Based on the lists we checked, the FBS test price in Bangladesh runs from about 50 BDT at government hospitals to about 330 BDT at some private hospitals. This guide shows the prices we found, explains how to prepare, how to read the result, and how to avoid paying more than you need to.
FBS Test Price in Bangladesh
| Hospital / Diagnostic Center | Listed Price (BDT) | Discount | Total Price (BDT) | Source |
| Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) | 50 | Not stated | 50 | HospitalBangla, 2025 / DoctorList, 2026 |
| Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital (BSMMU) | 50 | Not stated | 50 | Medbit, early 2026 / HospitalBangla, 2025 |
| NILMRC (National Institute of Laboratory Medicine and Referral Center) | 60 | Not stated | 60 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| Ibn Sina Diagnostic & Imaging Center | 150 | 25% (flat, as listed) | 112 | Medbit, early 2026 / DoctorList, 2026 |
| Popular Diagnostic Centre | 150 | Not stated | 150 | Medbit, early 2026 / DoctorList, 2026 |
| BIRDEM General Hospital | 150 | Not stated | 150 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| Healthcare Diagnostics Center Ltd. | 150 | Not stated | 150 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh | 180 | Not stated | 180 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| LabAid Diagnostics | 200 | Not stated | 200 | Medbit, early 2026 / DoctorList, 2026 |
| ICDDR,B Lab Services | 200 | Not stated | 200 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| Islami Bank Central Hospital | 200 | Not stated | 200 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| Praava Health | 250 | Not stated | 250 | Medbit, early 2026 |
| United Hospital | 330 | Not stated | 330 | Medbit, early 2026 / DoctorList, 2026 |
Last checked: 2 November 2026. These prices come from the sources shown in the table, because most centers do not publish a full rate list online. Rates differ by branch and change often, so confirm the exact price with the center before you visit.
Cheapest and Most Expensive FBS Test
Government hospitals are the cheapest. Dhaka Medical College Hospital and BSMMU list 50 BDT, and NILMRC lists 60 BDT. Most private centers, including Popular, BIRDEM and Healthcare Diagnostics Center list 150 BDT. Ibn Sina lists 150 BDT, which comes down to about 112 BDT after its 25% discount. LabAid, ICDDR,B and Islami Bank Central Hospital list 200 BDT, and Praava Health lists 250 BDT. The highest price in our table is 330 BDT at United Hospital, and one Bangla list shows 350 to 400 BDT at Evercare Hospital (source). That is about six times the government price for the same test.
If you cannot visit a center, one list shows a home collection FBS offered through Arogga at 160 BDT (source). Home collection prices and fees can change, so confirm when you book.
Prices We Could Not Confirm
All prices in the table come from third-party lists (early 2026, plus a 2025 list), not from the centers own websites, so please call to confirm before you go. The sources agree on most centers, including BSMMU, DMCH, Popular, Ibn Sina, LabAid and United Hospital. Other websites give broad ranges, such as 100 to 400 BDT at private labs and 50 to 150 BDT at public hospitals, without naming centers. They are close to our table, but we have not used them as sources.
What Is an FBS Test?
FBS measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood after you have not eaten or drunk anything except water for at least 8 hours. It is also called fasting plasma glucose (FPG), fasting sugar or glucose fasting. Doctors use it to screen for diabetes and prediabetes, to diagnose gestational diabetes together with other tests, and to check how well blood sugar is controlled in people who already have diabetes.
Why Do Doctors Order an FBS Test?
- Increased thirst, frequent urination, constant hunger, tiredness or blurred vision
- Family history of diabetes, overweight, high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Routine health checkups for adults
- Pregnancy checkups
- Monitoring people who already have diabetes
- Slow-healing wounds or repeated infections
It is often done together with a CBC test, a uric acid test or a general blood test.
FBS vs RBS vs OGTT vs HbA1c
- FBS: blood sugar after at least 8 hours of fasting. It is the first-line screening test.
- RBS (random blood sugar): blood sugar at any time of day, with no fasting. It is useful for a quick check when you have symptoms.
- OGTT: a longer test in which you drink a glucose solution and give several blood samples over about two hours. It costs more than FBS.
- HbA1c: shows your average blood sugar over the past two to three months and needs no fasting. It also costs more than FBS.
Ask your doctor which one you need, so you do not pay for tests you do not need.
How to Prepare for an FBS Test
- Fast for 8 to 12 hours. Eat your normal dinner the night before, then take nothing except plain water until the sample is taken.
- Avoid tea, coffee, juice and sugary drinks during the fast.
- Go in the morning, so the fast is easy to keep.
- Ask your doctor about your diabetes medicines (tablets or insulin) before the test. Do not stop any medicine on your own.
- Tell the technician about any other medicines or steroids you take.
- Bring your prescription and previous reports.
Understanding Your FBS Result
Labs in Bangladesh report glucose in mmol/L or mg/dL. Commonly used cut-offs for a fasting sample are:
- Below 100 mg/dL (about 5.6 mmol/L): normal
- 100 to 125 mg/dL (about 5.6 to 6.9 mmol/L): prediabetes (some labs start this range at 110 mg/dL or 6.1 mmol/L)
- 126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L) or above: suggests diabetes if confirmed on another test
A single reading is not a diagnosis. Your doctor may repeat the test or order an OGTT or HbA1c. Always compare your result with the range printed on your own report.
Factors That Affect the FBS Test Price
- Type of center: Government hospitals charge a small fixed fee, while private centers set their own prices.
- Home collection: Sample pickup at home can add a service fee.
- Packages: A diabetes or health checkup package may include FBS at a lower combined price.
- Discounts: Some centers, such as Ibn Sina, list a flat discount.
- City and branch: Prices differ by branch even within one chain.
Tips to Save Money on an FBS Test
- Compare two or three centers. The gap can be several times between a government fee and a private price.
- Use a government hospital or NILMRC if you can accept queues and shorter opening hours.
- Ask about package prices if you also need a CBC, lipid or kidney test.
- Check for discounts before you pay at the counter.
- Keep your reports so your doctor can compare results over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the FBS test price in Bangladesh? In the lists we checked, it ranges from about 50 BDT at government hospitals to about 330 BDT at some private hospitals. Most private centers list 150 to 200 BDT.
- Which place has the cheapest FBS test? Dhaka Medical College Hospital and BSMMU list the lowest price at 50 BDT.
- How many hours should I fast before an FBS test? Between 8 and 12 hours. You may drink plain water.
- Can I drink water during the fast? Yes. Plain water is fine, but no tea, coffee or sugary drinks.
- Is FBS the same as a random blood sugar test? No. FBS needs fasting, while a random blood sugar can be done at any time.
- How long does it take to get the report? It depends on the center. Ask when you book.
Final Thoughts
The FBS test price in Bangladesh is very low at government hospitals (about 50 BDT) and up to 330 BDT at some private hospitals. Because the test is simple and the gap is large, it is worth comparing a few places, fasting properly for 8 to 12 hours, and asking your doctor whether you also need an OGTT or HbA1c.
The price list above is built from the sources linked in the table. If you find a different current price, please tell us through the contact page and we will review it.
Disclaimer: The prices listed in this article are for information only and may vary by location, ongoing offers and hospital policy. This article is not medical advice. Please talk to a qualified doctor about your test and result.
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This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Please talk to a qualified doctor about your tests and results.
