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* This is not a home test kit. You will need to visit a local lab for testing.
Fasting Required: 8-12 hours
Turnaround Time: 2-10 business days
Specimen Type: Blood
Diabetes is a critical, widespread health crisis in America. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 37.3 million people in the United States have type 1 or type 2 diabetes–and that includes 8.5 million adults who have what’s called undiagnosed diabetes, meaning they didn’t know that they had the clinical markers for the disease. A complete blood test for diabetes is essential for diagnosis and treatment.
This disease affects the body’s blood sugar levels. With type 1 diabetes, the pancreas doesn’t produce insulin, which is needed to regulate your blood sugar; in type 2, your body doesn’t get enough insulin. The former is caused by an autoimmune condition, while the latter is often triggered by poor lifestyle habits such as unhealthy diet and lack of exercise. If diabetes isn’t managed, it can lead to nerve damage, heart and kidney disease, vision problems, or other health issues.
The comprehensive diabetes blood test includes several different assessments:
This combination of tests offers a thorough picture of your health markers that relate to diabetes.
You may want to take a comprehensive diabetes test if you have a family history of diabetes or have the following symptoms associated with the disease:
You need to fast for eight to 12 hours prior to having your blood drawn for the test. Follow these tips to ensure a smooth testing experience that delivers the most accurate results.
A physician can look at your results to determine if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. If you do have the disease, you’ll need to embark on a diabetes management plan as soon as possible. This typically will include taking insulin; people who are diagnosed in the early stage of type 2 diabetes, however, may be able to control it with lifestyle changes for a healthier diet and exercise habits. Our Personalabs doctors are board-certified physicians who can help you determine your next steps, and they’re available during convenient telehealth appointments.
Shop online at Personalabs for a comprehensive selection of diabetes tests that are easy to order and simple to complete at one of more than 4,000 Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp sites across the country. Our wide array of 400-plus health tests gives you the power over your healthcare choices.
To get started, determine if you need your doctor’s approval to purchase a test (this depends on the state where you live), then follow these steps:
Step 1: Purchase your test at our online store and download the accompanying lab order.
Step 2: Use our website’s lab locator to find a facility near you and make your test appointment.
Step 3: Go to the lab for your appointment, bringing the downloaded test order with you to complete the process.
Step 4: Check for your results in your private Personalabs account within 2 to 10 business days after your test date. Contact us if you need those results by a specific date, and we will work with the lab where you were tested.
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