PLASMA GLUCOSE (FASTING)
₹50
Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced diagnostic centre; it is also an NABL and NABH-certified diagnostic centre and offers the test of Plasma Glucose (Fasting) test. The test collects blood to determine the quantity of glucose (sugar) in the blood. It helps the physician determine blood sugar levels to help diagnose and monitor diabetes. It can also assist the doctor in evaluating whether diabetes is possible or other problems with glucose regulation in the body.
What is Plasma Glucose (Fasting)?
During fasting, the body uses stored energy and keeps blood glucose within a normal range. This test measures that level. This test is ordered for diabetes screening and diagnosis, and sometimes for monitoring. A high result usually needs to be confirmed by a repeat test or another test, unless symptoms and a very high glucose are present.
Conditions Evaluated
Diabetes Mellitus
The test can measure blood glucose levels higher than normal, which may also be an indicator of the presence of diabetes. The findings are interpreted and considered along with all the laboratory findings and other clinical symptoms.
Prediabetes
Prediabetes means that blood glucose is above the normal level, but not high enough to be a diagnosis of diabetes. The test may be performed to identify people who are more vulnerable to developing Type 2 Diabetes.
Hyperglycaemia
Hyperglycaemia occurs when there's raised blood sugar. The fasting glucose is a test to identify blood glucose over-indulgence and to aid further medical evaluation.
Hypoglycaemia
The test may also detect low blood sugar levels. There can be numerous symptoms of hypoglycaemia, such as sweating, shaking, dizziness, or confusion.
Abnormal Glucose Regulation
The results are intended to assist the doctor in assessing the body's regulation of blood sugars during the fast and deciding whether a further test (such as an HbA1c or postprandial glucose test) is needed.
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced diagnostics centre where three high-tech specialties working with state-of-the-art technology- radiology, nuclear medicine, and pathology are combined in a single building. Our specializations include sample collection, following defined lab procedures, quality assurance, and reporting of samples. We aim to provide high-standard service, quality, and patient care, and to be a reliable diagnostic service.
Book Your Plasma Glucose (Fasting)
If you have been instructed to have a test for Plasma Glucose (Fasting), contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Ask for a recommendation to fast prior to arriving at the centre. Bring your doctor’s prescription and inform your staff about medications.
Test information: Fasting for 4-5 hours is required.
Reporting: Within 24 hours*
- Fasting is required for this test. A fasting period of at least 4-5 hours is generally recommended for a fasting plasma glucose test. Confirm the required duration with your doctor or the laboratory before sample collection.
- You may drink plain water during the fasting period, but avoid tea, coffee, juice, milk, and other beverages.
- Do not consume food, sweets, or chewing gum during the fasting period.
- Bring your doctor's prescription and previous blood glucose or HbA1c reports, if available.
- Inform the laboratory staff about any medicines you are taking, especially diabetes medication or insulin.
- Do not stop or change your prescribed medicines unless advised by your doctor.
- If you experience symptoms such as sweating, shakiness, dizziness, or confusion during fasting, inform your healthcare provider.
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