Blood sugar test (Blood glucose)
What you need to know about analysis
Blood glucose is a test that shows the sugar content in the blood. This is a vital indicator, because glucose is the main source of energy consumed by the body (we get more than half of the energy we need through the oxidation of glucose).
Blood sugar levels are regulated by insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. With age, due to a decrease in the sensitivity of tissues to insulin (due to the death of some insulin receptors or their loss of sensitivity), blood sugar levels increase.
This test may be ordered by doctors such as an internist, endocrinologist, cardiologist, pediatrician , or gastroenterologist to diagnose diabetes, control sugar levels, and assess overall health.
What are the indications for the analysis?
- Preventive examinations
- Screening, diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes treatment
- In case of loss of consciousness or general weakness and other symptoms of hypoglycemia
- Screening examination of pregnant women
How to prepare for the analysis?
Preparation consists in taking the test on an empty stomach (do not eat for 8 to 12 hours), preferably in the morning (before 11 a.m.). The day before, you should not consume alcohol, fatty and fried foods.
On the day of the analysis, you should quit smoking, avoid stress and physical exertion.
Prices for tests
| Price of analysis in Kharkov | 120 UAH |
Where can you register in Kharkiv:
St. Hryhoriya Skovorody, 31
5 Petro Grihorenko Ave
St. Gvardiytsiv-Shironintsiv, 33
Hryhorivske Shosse, 57
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