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Glucose Blood Test
Glucose Blood Test

Glucose Blood Test

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Lab locations: UK / Ireland
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Date of Birth Requirement
£45.00 GBP

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Overview:

Our Glucose Blood Test is an essential diagnostic tool designed to measure the level of glucose (sugar) in your blood. Glucose is a primary source of energy for your body's cells, and maintaining optimal blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health. This test is vital for diagnosing and monitoring conditions such as diabetes, prediabetes, and hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), enabling timely and effective management to enhance your quality of life and prevent potential complications.

Who Is This Test For?

This test is ideal for individuals experiencing one or more of the following:

  • Symptoms of High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia):

    • Increased thirst and frequent urination
    • Unexplained weight loss
    • Fatigue or low energy levels
    • Blurred vision
    • Slow-healing sores or frequent infections

  • Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia):

    • Shakiness or trembling
    • Sweating
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Dizziness or light-headedness
    • Irritability or confusion

  • Individuals with Risk Factors for Diabetes:

    • Family history of diabetes
    • Overweight or obesity
    • Sedentary lifestyle
    • High blood pressure or cholesterol levels
    • History of gestational diabetes

  • Those Undergoing Medical Treatment:

    • Monitoring blood sugar levels during diabetes treatment
    • Assessing the effectiveness of lifestyle or dietary changes

  • People with a Family History of Metabolic Disorders:

    • Genetic predisposition to conditions like diabetes or metabolic syndrome

What This Test Includes:

Your blood sugar level at the time of the test

Sample needed:

blood sample
  • Fasting Glucose Test: Requires a blood sample after an overnight fast (8-12 hours without eating).
  • Random Glucose Test: Can be performed at any time, regardless of when you last ate.

Why Choose a Glucose Blood Test?

  • Early Detection of Diabetes and Prediabetes: Identifies elevated blood sugar levels before significant symptoms develop, allowing for prompt intervention and management.
  • Health Insights: Provides valuable information about your metabolic health and potential underlying conditions.
  • Monitor Treatment Effectiveness: Helps track the progress of diabetes management plans, ensuring treatments are working effectively.
  • Non-Invasive and Simple: A straightforward blood draw with minimal preparation required for random tests.
  • Clear and Detailed Results: Receive an easy-to-understand report that explains your glucose levels and their implications for your health.

Results:

  • Availability: 1 working day.
  • Presentation: Your results will be presented in a clear and concise format, highlighting any areas of concern. Reference ranges will be provided to help you interpret your glucose levels. Along with your results, you'll receive personalized recommendations on next steps, such as lifestyle adjustments or consulting a healthcare professional.
  • Discuss with a Doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP who can provide further insights and advise on appropriate actions (additional fee applies).

Preparation Required:

  • Fasting Glucose Test:

    • Fasting: Requires an overnight fast of 8-12 hours. Do not eat or drink anything except water during this period.
    • Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor. Inform us of any supplements or over-the-counter medications you are taking, as some may affect blood sugar levels.

  • Random Glucose Test:

    • Fasting: No fasting is required.
    • Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor. Inform us of any supplements or over-the-counter medications you are taking, as some may affect blood sugar levels.

 
  1. Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
  2. You will get a confirmation email from us.
  3. We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
  4. Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
  5. Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
  6. Attend to do your test.
  7. Results are emailed to you.

All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.

Without these details, tests cannot be processed.

The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.

You should enter these details securely at the top before you click 'Add to cart'.

We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.