EK2-002 HC near me in Mumbai

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EK2-002 HC test includes a glycosylated hemoglobin test and a glucose-fasting blood test. The glucose-fasting blood test measures the glucose level in the fasting state while the glycosylated hemoglobin test measures the average glucose levels in the body over the previous 8-12 weeks. Glucose is the main form of sugar utilized by the body to release energy; it is absorbed by the intestine and distributed to all organs through blood. These tests help your doctor to monitor your blood sugar levels and manage your diabetes well.

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What does EK2-002 HC measure?

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FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar)

A fasting blood sugar test measures the glucose level in the body under overnight fasting conditions. Glucose serves as the body's energy currency and is broken down through metabolism to produce energy. Hormones and enzymes produced by the liver and pancreas control this process. The hormone insulin, produced by the pancreas, regulates blood glucose levels. When these levels are high, such as after a meal, insulin is secreted to transport glucose into cells for energy production. Elevated glucose levels in the body after fasting may indicate a risk of developing prediabetes or diabetes, which can be of two types- Type 1, caused by little or no insulin production, and Type 2, caused by insulin resistance or decreased insulin production.

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Last Updated

11th Nov 2024