Glucose Random, Urine
Glucose Random, Urine
Urine Random Glucose test is used to check if your blood sugar (glucose) levels are within a healthy range. It can be used to monitor both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
The cells in your body use glucose as a source of energy. Your body generates glucose from the food you eat. Your pancreas produces the hormone insulin, which aids in transporting glucose to your body's cells. High blood sugar levels may be an indication of diabetes or prediabetes. If left untreated, diabetes which is a serious medical condition, can harm the body tissues and organs.
If your blood glucose levels rise above normal, your kidneys will remove the extra glucose in your urine. Therefore, a urine glucose test may be useful to determine whether your blood glucose level is too high or not.
Thus, getting your Glucose Random, Urine test done is recommended to monitor your glucose levels
Symptoms of diabetes
Feeling more thirsty than usual
Urinating often
Weight loss
Feeling tired and weak
Having blurry vision
Having slow-healing wounds
Getting more infections
Having numb/ tingling hands or feet
Having dry skin
Who should get tested?
Urine Random Glucose test is recommended to be performed in adults who have risk factors for diabetes. Risk factors include:
High blood pressure
Family history of diabetes
Obesity
High cholesterol
Inactive lifestyle
Test preparation
No special preparation is required for a Urine Random Glucose test. Ensure your doctor is aware of what prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, or dietary supplements you are taking. Ask your doctor for details about pre-test preparations, and make sure to follow instructions closely
Interpretation of the Test Results
The units of measurement for the result are Millimoles per litre (mmol/L)
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Category |
Glucose range in urine |
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Normal/Nondiabetic
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0 to 0.8 mmol/l |
Usually, glucose is not present in urine. If there is a significant amount of glucose in the urine, further testing is necessary.
Elevated levels of glucose in urine may occur due to:
· Diabetes: Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) disease in which the body has trouble controlling blood sugar levels. A small rise in urine glucose levels following a substantial meal is not always a cause for alarm.
· Pregnancy: Nearly half of pregnant women have glucose in their urine at some point. Glucose in urine may indicate gestational diabetes in a pregnant woman.
Renal glycosuria: A rare condition in which blood glucose levels are normal but the kidneys release glucose into the urine
FAQs
How is the sample collected for a Urine Random Glucose test?
A urine sample is collected using the clean catch method for this test. You will be given a sterile container by your healthcare provider to collect a urine sample. The first few urine drops should be discarded because they could contain microorganisms that are present on the genital surface. It is advised that you wash your hands and clean the area around your genitalia before taking a urine sample
What is the turnaround time (TAT) for the results of a Urine Random Glucose test?
Result of a Urine Random Glucose test is usually available within 36 hours. However, it could take longer at times
What are the risks involved in a Urine Random Glucose test?
This test involves no risk when the sample is collected using “clean catch method”. You may experience discomfort if your doctor uses a catheter for sample collection and also there is a very small risk of formation of a hole (perforation) in the urethra or bladder
What factors can affect my Urine Random Glucose test result?
Urine Random Glucose test is not as precise as blood glucose tests. False positives and negatives can result from a variety of factors. For instance, the test may not be very accurate because it only measures what your glucose level was a few hours ago. The results of your test may also be impacted by the use of vitamin C and specific medications. Even the light used to check the test strip itself can produce erroneous results
What happens if my urine glucose level is higher than normal in Urine Random Glucose test result?
An elevated Urine Random Glucose result may be caused due to conditions such as diabetes, pregnancy, gestational diabetes, certain types of kidney disorders, etc. This urine test is not enough to give a diagnosis and requires further tests, like blood glucose tests to help make a final diagnosis. Your healthcare provider will decide on a suitable treatment plan for you based on your diagnosis. Diabetes is best managed with the help of medications such as insulin, along with dietary changes and exercise
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