What is this test?
This laboratory test is a simple test performed to measure the blood glucose levels at any random time of the day. This test is useful for confirming diabetes and monitor glucose levels during the treatment.
Why is this test performed?
This test is performed:
- To measure the levels of blood glucose
- To screen for diabetes and pre-diabetes
- To monitor the efficacy of treatment
- In pregnant females to screen for gestational diabetes.
- What are other causes of high blood glucose?
- Hyperthyroidism
- Acromegaly
- Chronic kidney disease
- Steroid therapy
- Stress
- Cushing syndrome
- Pancreatitis
- What are the causes of low blood glucose?
Following conditions may cause low blood glucose levels:
- Liver disease
- Alcohol abuse
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Hypothyroidism
- Starvation
- Insulin overuse
- Kidney disease
- Severe infections
- How to prepare for this test?
No special preparations are required for this test. Inform your doctor about your complete medical history. Wear a short-sleeved shirt to aid the collection of sample.
- What are the risk factors for diabetes?
Following condition may increase your risk to develop diabetes:
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Family history of diabetes
- Hypertension
- More than 45 years of age
- What are the risks of this test?
Collecting blood from a vein is a very easy procedure and pose only minimum risk, including:
- Bruising
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Lightheadedness