Description
Diabetes affects a large percentage of the US population. The current percentages are likely underestimated due to the number of people who have diabetes and are unaware. Most people with diabetes have had it for years before it is detected. After detection, it is extremely important to have routine lab follow-up to evaluate response to treatment/diet and to evaluate complication of diabetes and complications from diabetes treatment.
This panel includes the following test:
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP-14)
Cortisol
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Lipid Panel
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid
Fasting not required.
Additional information about each test is listed below:
A complete blood count (CBC) with differential and platelets blood test can help diagnose or monitor diabetes, as well as other conditions.
A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP-14) is used for diabetics to monitor their blood sugar levels, assess kidney function (which can be affected by diabetes), check electrolyte balance, and evaluate liver health, providing a comprehensive picture of how their body is managing diabetes and potential complications related to the disease.
Cortisol is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels, and high levels of cortisol can increase the risk of diabetes.
The Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Blood Test is a diagnostic tool for monitoring and diagnosing diabetes. This test measures the average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months, providing an indication of the patient's blood sugar control over time. HbA1c is a protein in red blood cells that binds to glucose in the blood. Because red blood cells live for about 3 months, the HbA1c test gives an average of blood sugar levels over that period.
A lipid panel is a blood test that measures cholesterol and triglycerides in people with diabetes to assess their cardiovascular health and risk of heart disease and stroke.
A thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test, can help monitor thyroid health in people with diabetes. This test can help identify thyroid conditions that may impact blood sugar control
Vitamin B12 and folic acid can help with glycemic control, insulin resistance, and homocysteine levels in people with diabetes.
