“Know Your Risk, Know Your Response”
This had been declared as the World Diabetes 2023 to promote access to the Diabetes Care World.
The Diabetes is a chronic illness that generally requires everyday management. Apart from the regular symptoms experienced by the patient, the Blood Flow to the organs might also be impeded by any uncontrolled blood sugar levels because they can harm the body's minute blood vessels.
Key Facts on Blood Sugar
Feet: The feet of the patient suffering from diabetes would get affected by sores and by nerve damage. The sores lead to further diabetic foot and if it gets severe, could even lead to amputation.
Kidney: Diabetes can affect an individual in ways causing Diabetic Nephropathy. The Signs and Symptoms included are: Nausea, Vomiting, Protein In Urine, Swollen Feet.
Heart: Cardiovascular Complications of High Blood Sugar include heart diseases and stroke is seen to affect individuals with Diabetes.
Why is Blood Sugar Monitoring Needed?
The blood sugar needs to be monitored, specifically when individual is on insulin.
1. Conditions that Raise Blood Sugar
It is very important to recognize the conditions that raise or increase blood glucose, that are as follows:
- Dehydration
- Carbohydrates Consumption
- Diabetes Medication ( Not Taking)
- Missing Insulin Dose
- Lack Of Exercise
- Corticosteroid (Steroid) Medicines
- Any Major Illness
- Surgery
- Excessive Stress
2. Conditions that Lower Blood Sugar Level
Lower Blood Sugar is due to the following Conditions:
- Improper Timing (Food & Medicine)
- Excess Alcohol Use
- Interactions Of Non-Diabetes Medication
How can you Self-Monitor Blood Glucose
One can manage self control of blood glucose level by the use of the following:
- Glucometers
- Blood Test at Home
- Glucose Monitoring HbA1c
- Blood Sugar Tracking Apps
- You can get glucose meters and test strips from your doctor, your neighborhood pharmacy, or by order. Glucose meters come in diverse varieties. You can choose the ideal meter for you with the assistance of your healthcare expert.
- Our executive will be collecting your sample (Blood Home Sample Collection for Glucose). Trained staff and technicians from Ganesh Diagnostic & Imaging Center would take a sample from the patients for checking your Random Blood Glucose, Fasting Blood Glucose, and Postprandial Blood Glucose Level.
- To find your A1C, you can use a finger stick prick or a blood sample drawn from your arm. Although going to a laboratory for testing is a common practice, there are alternative ways to get your A1C measured. Your individual A1C can now be readily checked and tracked using an at-home test kit.
- Blood sugar tracking apps could be considered useful for understanding patterns, such as the elevated blood sugar levels after consuming any specific foods at any given time of the day.
Normal or Average Blood Sugar Level
The normal range for individuals that is considered to be normal is as follows:
- Fasting or Before Consuming a Meal: 80 to 130 mg/dL
- Post Prandial (2hours after the meal): Less than value of 180mg/dl
Symptoms of Abnormal Effects of Blood Glucose
Persistent High Blood Glucose has negative effects on the body. The symptoms experienced by the person are as follows:
- Excessive thirst
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Frequent Urination
- Blurred vision
Persistent Low Blood Glucose has negative effects on the body. The symptoms experienced by the person are as follows:
- Shaking
- Dizziness
- Anxiety
- Sweating
- Confusion
- Hunger
Blood Sugar Diagnosis and Management
The Glycosylated Hemoglobin Test, or HbA1c, and the traditional blood glucose test are the two methods available for determining fasting blood glucose levels.
Other Tests that are conducted for Blood Glucose level includes Postprandial and Random Blood Glucose.
Fasting Blood Sugar
A fasting blood glucose test determines the blood glucose level at a given moment. It is advised to take a blood test first thing in the morning on an empty stomach in order to obtain an accurate result.
Eat nothing except water for eight to ten hours prior to the test in order to obtain reliable results. Type 1 diabetes is defined as blood sugar levels that are 120 mg/dl or above during fasting.
HbA1c Test
This test provides a better estimate of your average blood glucose level over the previous two to three months and is more accurate. The HbA1C test has a normal range of 4.6% to 5.6%; readings between 5.7% and 6.4% suggest you may be at risk of getting diabetes, while readings over 6.5% indicate you already have the disease.
Post Prandial Glucose
Since the term "Postprandial" denotes the period following a meal, plasma glucose concentrations following a meal are referred to as PPG concentrations. The PPG profile is based on numerous variables.
Fasting plasma glucose values or those obtained after an 8–10 hour fast the previous night, typically fall between 70 and 110 mg/dl in non-diabetic people.
Guidelines to follow before, during and after the Blood Sugar Test
Here are some guidelines an individual can refer to once they have decided to undergo Blood Glucose Test in Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Center
The required documents needed for this test includes your valid government ID and an appropriate Doctor’s prescription.
A. Before the test
- Nothing Specific to prepare for Blood Glucose in advance.
- Usually, Fasting is required for a few hours (8-12 hours) before the fasting blood glucose, test as per the test (there are some tests which can also be carried out with stomachs full for e.g. For Post Prandial and Random Blood Sugar).
- Consumption of water is permissible during the fasting period.
B. During the Test
- During the blood test, the doctor would take the blood sample from the vein in your arm, using the small needle.
- Then, a small amount of blood would be drawn and collected into the corresponding test tube or the vial.
- You might feel a little sting when the needle pricks or while it is being removed. This would usually take less than even five minutes.
C. After the Test
There would be slight tenderness at the injection site without any major concern. This patient is expected to get back to their daily life immediately.
For Free Consultation from the Doctor
Contact- Dr. Ravin Sharma, (MBBS, MD in Radiology)
Available: 24*7*365
Phone Number: +919212125996
How to Manage Your Blood Sugar
It is imperative to regularly monitor blood sugar levels to determine if they exceed 180 mg/dl.
The best ways to treat hyperglycemia are as follows:
- Alter the Diet
- Reduce Sugar Intake
- Increase High Fiber Diet
- Get Regular Exercise
Consult your physician for assistance if your blood sugar level is elevated more than three times in a span of two weeks.
Why Ganesh diagnostic and Imaging Centre should be your preference to for Blood Sugar Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre has a long history of offering its patients exceptional service and attention. Years' worth of happy patients in thousands!
Since 2001, it has grown to be a recognized and well-established diagnostic facility.
Their excellence is backed by NABH and NABL Accreditations.
NABH accreditation is proof of highest standard of care and service provided to the patients. NABL accreditation reflects the competency of laboratories and equipment based on some national and international standards.
Test report is available digitally too.
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre is a one-stop solution for getting all kinds of tests done, as all services are available under one roof.
The aim of GDIC is to provide world’s finest technology at the lowest price and Free Home Sample Collection Facility.
The rates of scans are reasonably priced. Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre also offer FLAT 50% OFF on many tests.
We also provide- Free Home Sample Collection, Free Ambulance Service an d Free Consultation from the Doctor itself.
Some of the Blood Sugar Tests Conducted at Ganesh Diagnostic are as follows:
- Blood Glucose (F, PP)
- Blood Glucose (PP) 2 Hour
- Blood Glucose F-149
- Blood Sugar Random
- Blood Sugar Fasting and Postprandial With Urine Sugar
Cost of Blood Sugar Test in Delhi
The different Hormones Test costs vary by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.
There are multiple tests that are done to monitor your blood glucose level. So get tested for your blood sugar at your nearest Ganesh Diagnostic Center.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Cortisol increase blood glucose level?
In general Cortisol raises the blood sugar by releasing any stored glucose, while insulin also lowers the blood sugar. Having chronically high Cortisol levels for a long time could also lead to persistent high blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
What is serum Cortisol level in hypoglycemia?
In neonates, in case of adults, the serum Cortisol response to stressful stimulus of your hypoglycemia is defined as- having adequate serum cortisol concentrations above value of 500 nmol/liter at the time of hypoglycemia (9–12)
When is the best time to test my blood sugar?
Most people, in general would have a well-controlled diabetes without taking any
Monitoring another 2 - 4 times a day is considered to be necessary for most individuals living with diabetes to track any changes that occur.
Which test is accurate for blood sugar?
Fasting Plasma Glucose Test
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) test measures blood glucose level at any given (single) point in time. For reliable results, the doctor would request for this test in the morning (6-8hrs) after fasting.
