Glucose Random Plasma & Urine
Glucose Random Plasma & Urine
Glucose random test or Random blood sugar (RBS) test is performed to determine the sugar levels in the blood, irrespective of when you last ate. The results of these tests help in detecting diabetes, especially type 1, which requires immediate treatment.
Diabetes, also known as hyperglycaemia, is a chronic disease characterized by increased blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, which can lead to major health problems such as heart, nerve, kidney, and eye disease. This test is recommended when a healthcare provider suspects high blood sugar levels in an individual.
Glucose is a simple sugar that serves as the main fuel for the production of energy in the body
What is Random Blood Sugar Used for?
It is used to determine:
• Blood sugar levels in the body
• Diabetes management
• Diabetes treatment response
Symptoms of Diabetes
Feeling thirsty very often
Feeling hungry often
Fatigue
Urinating a lot
Losing weight without efforts
Numbing or tingling of hands and feet
Slow healing of any cuts or wounds
Having infections more than usual
Dry skin
Blurred vision
Who should get tested?
Age over 35 years
Overweight or obese
Family history of diabetes
High cholesterol
High Blood Pressure
Heart diseases
Gestational diabetes
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Test preparation
No special preparation is required for the test. Please talk to your healthcare provider if you are having any medical conditions or taking any prescription or over-the-counter drugs, or any supplements before taking the test
Interpretation of the Test Results
Interpretation of test results
|
Test type |
Normal ranges |
|
Blood |
<140mg/dL |
|
Urine |
0 to 0.8 mmol/l |
Deviation from the normal ranges
A medical condition that requires treatment may not always be present if your glucose results are not normal. Stress and particular medications can both impact glucose levels. Speak with your healthcare provider to find out what your test results mean
FAQs
What is the turnaround time (TAT) for Glucose random plasma and urine test?
The Glucose random plasma & urine test results are usually available within a days’ time after the sample collection. However, it may also take a little longer at times
Are there any risks to Glucose random plasma and urine test?
There are no potential risks to glucose random plasma and urine test. It is absolutely a safe and quick procedure to know one’s blood glucose levels
What is the procedure involved in sample collection for glucose random plasma and urine test?
The glucose random plasma and urine test involves two types of samples – Blood and Urine.
• Blood – Your healthcare provider will insert a small needle into a vein in your arm and collect a few mL of blood in a sterile test tube. You may be instructed to make a fist or an elastic band is tied to your upper arm to make your veins more visible for easier collection of blood.
Urine – Your healthcare provider will instruct you to collect urine sample in a sterile container that is provided to you using a clean catch method. It involves cleaning the hands and genitals before collecting sample. It is advised to discard the initial first few drops of urine which might contain bacteria before collecting the sample
Is random blood sugar a definitive test to determine diabetes?
No, random blood sugar test is not a definitive test to determine diabetes in an individual. It is used to define blood sugar levels at an instant in diabetic or prediabetic individuals in order to provide prompt and effective therapy
What levels are considered to be dangerously low blood sugar levels?
Levels below 70 mg/dL are usually considered low. And levels below 50 mg/dL may take an individual into hypoglycaemic shock which requires immediate medical intervention
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