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Why diabetes mellitus is so dangerous?
In this blog read about importance of hba1c test and other diabetes blood tests. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is the most common type of diabetes. There is a 12% prevalence of diabetes in adults (Above 45years) in India. That means every one of 8 people has diabetes. And the most shocking fact is that 57% of these patients are undiagnosed.
Uncontrolled diabetes leads to an increased risk of vascular disease and much of the burden of type 2 diabetes is caused by macrovascular (cardiovascular (CV), cerebrovascular, and peripheral artery disease) and microvascular (diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy) complications.
That’s why Diabetes is so dangerous and requires regular monitoring to assess its growing effects on the body.
When to do diabetes screening test?
Diabetes Mellitus is a slow progressive noncommunicable disease where symptoms are also gradually progressing. Increased thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight reduction, increased appetite, and feeling a tingling sensation in your hands or feet, if you encounter such symptoms then it’s time to do a diabetes screening test.
A diabetes screening test is Fasting & Post Prandial Blood Sugar Test. It is recommended in all people above 45years of age every 3 years without any symptoms. And every six-monthly in people with the above symptoms or other contributing factors like overweight (BMI above 25), thyroid imbalance, PCOS patients, patients with hypertension, etc.
What are the normal levels of blood sugar and hba1c test?
Result* | HbA1C Test | Fasting Blood Sugar Test | Glucose Tolerance Test | Random Blood Sugar Test |
Diabetes | 6.5% or above | 126 mg/dL or above | 200 mg/dL or above | 200 mg/dL or above |
Prediabetes | 5.7 – 6.4% | 100 – 125 mg/dL | 140 – 199 mg/dL | N/A |
Normal | Below 5.7% | 99 mg/dL or below | 140 mg/dL or below | N/A |
What are the important tests for Diabetes Mellitus?
Fasting Blood Sugar Test:
In this test, your blood sample will be collected after you have observed an overnight fast. A fasting blood sugar level of less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) is normal. A fasting blood sugar level from 100 to 125 mg/dL (5.6 to 6.9 mmol/L) is considered prediabetes. If it’s 126 mg/dL (7 mmol/L) or higher on two separate tests, you have diabetes.
Post Prandial Glucose Test (PPBS):
This is a blood glucose test that decides the measure of a particular type of sugar, named glucose. In this test, Glucose is measured in the blood, particularly after a meal.
Ordinarily, blood glucose levels elevate marginally after eating a meal. This expansion causes the pancreas to discharge insulin, which helps the body expel glucose from the blood and store it for providing vital energy to the body. Individuals with diabetes may not create or react legitimately to insulin, which increases their blood glucose levels. High blood glucose levels can drastically harm the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and veins.
A 2-hour PPBS test measures blood glucose precisely 2 hours in the wake of eating a meal. By this point, glucose has generally retreated down in healthy individuals, yet it might, in any case, be raised in individuals with diabetes. Subsequently, it serves as a trial for whether an individual may have diabetes, or whether an individual who has diabetes is effectively controlling their blood glucose levels.
hba1c test:
hba1c test shows your normal glucose level for as long as 3 months. It quantifies the rate of glucose connected to hemoglobin and the protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells. The higher the glucose levels, the more hemoglobin one has with sugar attached to it. An hba1c test level of 6.5 percent or higher on two separate tests shows that you have diabetes. An A1C somewhere around 5.7 and 6.4 percent demonstrates prediabetes. Beneath 5.7 is viewed as normal.
Urine Microalbumin:
A urine microalbumin test is a test to detect very small levels of a blood protein (albumin) in your urine. A microalbumin test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage in people who are at risk of developing kidney disease.
In diabetic patients, there is progressive damage to the kidneys which requires monitoring to avoid major complications.
- Less than 30 mg/day is normal
- Thirty to 300 mg/day may indicate early kidney disease (microalbuminuria)
- More than 300 mg/day indicates more-advanced kidney disease (macroalbuminuria)
Urine Routine:
In Diabetes Mellitus patients, urinary tract infections are common. To assess evidence of infection, blood, sugar, proteins, ketones, bilirubin, etc. in Urine, Urine analysis is done.
Along with the above-mentioned tests, Lipid Profile (Cholesterol & Triglycerides), Hemogram, Insulin, Insulin antibodies, C peptides, and Creatinine are also done to monitor diabetes complications.
What is the cost of a diabetes test in Pune?
A blood Sugar Test is Now available at only ₹50 (MRP ₹80)
hba1c test cost is ₹400
Urine Routine test cost is ₹150
Urine Microalbumin test is at ₹400
PRO Diabetes Package includes all the above tests at ₹900 (MRP₹1110).
At PRO diagnostics, you will get all these tests at the best rates. PRO diagnostics is a modern fully computerized Pathology lab in Pune. It is situated at Kothrud, Pune. Dr. Chaitrangi Paranjape (M.D. Pathology) is the owner and chief pathologist at PRO diagnostics. With the help of experienced staff and modern technologies, PRO diagnostics is providing all types of pathology reports promptly & accurately.
*PRO diagnostics also provides Home Collection Services so you don’t need to step out of your home for any pathology tests.
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About Author -
Dr. Chaitrangi Paranjape, MD Pathology, she is the owner and chief pathologist at PRO diagnostics , Pune. She has more than 10 years of experience. She has worked with many renowned diagnostic centers and medical institutes including Metropolis, Nucleus, Pioneer, Sunrise diagnostics, Bharti Vidyapeeth Medical college, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences. Currently she is also working at Institute of Infectious Diseases.
At PRO diagnostics, with the use of modern technology, experienced phlebotomists and technicians, quick, accurate reporting is provided. We provide all types of pathology tests of blood, urine, sputum are provided at best rates. Home sample collection facility is also available. To book your tests, call at +91-9856620620 or www.prodiagnosticsindia.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Home Collection Services for blood samples are available at Pro Diagnostics, Pathology Lab.
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A doctor’s prescription is not mandatory to get the test done. You can also consult our expert doctor before you undergo any tests. Call us at 9856620620 for doctor consultation.
Dr. Chaitrangi Paranjape, is the chief consultant pathologist at Pro Diagnostics Pathology Lab Pune. She has more than 10+ years of experience in pathology.
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Most of the reports are delivered to you within 12 hours from the time of sample collection.
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Yes. We do all types of fluid pathology tests. To consult our doctor for pathology tests, contact us.