Diabetes management involves periodical screening for various diabetes complications. By screening for complications periodically and by providing early interventions, the risk of major ailments and disabilities can be avoided. One of the main complications in people with diabetes and poo [...]
Ultrasound scans use high frequency sound waves to capture images. Abdominal ultrasounds are used to visualize organs and structures in detail inside the abdomen. Abdominal ultrasounds are used to check the major organs in the abdominal cavity. These organs include your gallbladder, [...]
ALT/SGPT: An ALT test measures the amount of ALT in the blood. ALT is also called as Serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase (SGPT). ALT is measured to see if the liver is damaged or diseased. Low levels of ALT are normally found in the blood. But when the liver is dama [...]
ALT/SGPT: An ALT test measures the amount of ALT in the blood. ALT is also called as Serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase (SGPT). ALT is measured to see if the liver is damaged or diseased. Low levels of ALT are normally found in the blood. But when the liver is dama [...]
Plasma/ Serum Creatinine Creatinine is a waste product that is formed when a protein called creatine breaks down. Creatinine is eliminated from the blood through kidneys. Higher levels of creatinine in the blood indicate impaired kidney function. Creatinine is measu [...]
ECG Electrocardiogram (ECG) records the electrical activity of the heart at rest. It provides information about heart rate and rhythm. An ECG shows the possibility of enlargement due to hypertension or evidence of a previous heart attack. An ECG may be needed if you have ris [...]
Diagnostic Tests for Diabetes Don’t wait for symptoms to show up! Get yourself screened for diabetes at least once a year. It is a fact that millions of people are living with undiagnosed diabetes and are unaware of their condition. It is only after they feel acute [...]
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What do most people do when they look at a diagnostic report? They ski [...]
Diabetes is a long-term condition that can be treated and managed, but cannot be cured. This means that one should never lose focus on blood sugar levels in diabetes. Diabetes control has to be maintained in [...]
If you or someone in your family has a high body mass index, type 2 diabetes, leads a sedentary lifestyle, and is finding it difficult to get exercise, read this carefully. You can avoid falling prey to a host of health complications by walking straight to a [...]
We think that blood glucose tests for diabetes are a priority only for people with diabetes. Far from that, all latest findings suggest otherwise. Including four crucial blood glucose tests for diabetes in your regular health check-up can help you avoid a lifetime of [...]
If you have come here looking for a solution regarding fluctuating blood sugar levels, if you have come here looking for a diabetes home test kit, let us first congra [...]
Oral glucose tolerance test is among the blood glucose tests for diabetes. This diagnostic test is usually done to diagnose gestational diabetes and is a must for every pregnant woman. Before [...]
Your goal in diabetes is to maintain normal blood sugar levels. For that you need to take medicines, get a customized diabetes diet plan, and be physically active. This might seem taxing in the beginning, b [...]
Do you know why most people lose out on their quality of life due to diabetes? After being diagnosed with diabetes, you must have been told about the need for exercise and medication. You are already aware of the need for a diabetes diet, you take [...]
There are several ways to diagnose diabetes. Each way usually needs to be repeated on a second day to diagnose diabetes. Testing should be carried out in a health care setting (such as your doctor’s office or a lab). If your doctor determines that your [...]
It is very important for people with Diabetes to check their feet regularly. A number of component causes, most importantly peripheral neuropathy, interact to complete the causal pathway to foot ulceration. Components of a foot exam: Gene [...]
Diabetes Mellitus has certain risk factors and having those makes you prone to this condition. This risk assessment test aims to create awareness and to inform you regarding your susceptibility to diabetes. If your score is 5 or higher, you are at an increas [...]
Testing and Monitoring Taking a blood sugar test regularly helps monitor your glucose levels, which is the main aspect when keeping a tab on your diabetes control. Keeping a log of your results is crucial because when your diabetes specialist reviews it, y [...]
