Random Blood Sugar

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The Blood Sugar random test has 1 parameter that give you a clear idea of Random Blood Sugar. In this blood sugar test, the blood is drawn randomly at any point of time in a day. This is the most commonly used test to detect diabetes.

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  • Glucose Fasting

Random Blood Sugar Test in Delhi NCR

Random Blood Sugar Test in Delhi NCR

Random Blood Sugar (RBS) test is also known as Random Blood Glucose (RBG) test which evaluates blood glucose levels irrespective of when you eat. It is a method to measure the amount of glucose or sugar circulating in the blood of a person. This test can be done at any time of the day and evaluates for diagnosis of diabetes and pre-diabetes. This test can also be done to check the efficacy of treatment for diabetes going on if any.

Borderline or slightly increased RBG level may indicate pre-diabetes. While increased RBG level suggests diabetes and require immediate medical attention.

What is glucose testing?

Glucose testing is a random blood test to check glucose or sugar levels in your blood. A small drop of blood is usually drawn by pricking the finger. This blood is then wiped onto a glucose test strip, which provides a reading.

Diabetes patients can benefit greatly from random glucose testing. It can help in determining how well the disease is being managed.

Who should take the random blood sugar (RBS) test?

Anyone with the symptoms of diabetes should take this test to measure and evaluate their blood glucose levels. Deranged blood glucose levels are unsuitable for health and can lead to multiple complications. Therefore measuring and monitoring them in time is essential to avoid any complications.

What does random blood sugar test measure?

This test assists in the speedy diagnosis of diabetes. The RBS test is done to measure the levels of glucose at any point of time. It is also helpful for diabetic patients who need a supplementary dose of insulin in emergency.

In our body, glucose is the main source of energy. Carbohydrates consumed through the diet are broken down to form glucose in our body which is absorbed by the intestines and carried by the blood to various parts of organs. The cells of these organs use the glucose to produce energy when needed and the excess is stored either as glycogen for short term storage in liver or in fat tissues as triglycerides for long-term storage. Insulin helps to direct in transporting of glucose to the organs like heart, brain, and muscles, etc. It also assists in storing of excess glucose.

The levels of sugar increase in blood after a meal and insulin is secreted in response until they become normal. If glucose levels fall low, another type of hormone called glucagon is released which is secreted by the pancreas. Hormones which are insulin and glucagon create a feedback mechanism to keep blood glucose levels in normal limit.

The random blood glucose test assists to determine the levels of glucose at any point of time.

What are the benefits of random blood sugar test?

Random blood Sugar Test assists in measuring blood sugar at the time of testing irrespective of when you had your last meal. This test supports diagnosing or monitoring diabetes in time.

Why should we take the glucose random test?

  • When we suspect fluctuations in blood sugar levels.
  • Your doctor may suggest to take the Glucose Random Test.
  • To help in detecting your risks of developing diabetes.
  • In monitoring how well diabetes is being managed.

What are the common symptoms that suggests you require a glucose random test?

The healthcare expert suggests blood glucose random test when there is any fluctuation in sugar level. Here are the common symptoms which show that you need to go for this test:

  1. Excessive Sweating
  2. Tiredness
  3. Dizziness and Weakness
  4. Feeling of Hunger
  5. Rapid HeartBeat
  6. Depression
  7. Anxiety

If you have any of the above mentioned symptoms then you should go for this test to get an update of your present health condition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

  • Normal range: less than 140 mg/dL.
  • Prediabetes: 140 – 199 mg/dL.
  • Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher.

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A random blood glucose test measures the amount of sugar circulating in blood of a person. They will not require to fast before the test takes place.

There is no risk at all associated with this test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to draw the blood sample in rare cases a patient may experience increased bleeding, or bruising or infection at the site of prick.

No, there is no special preparation needed for this test.

Diabetes causes an increased level of sugar in blood. If not controlled it may cause severe damage to the muscles and nerves. This may give rise to multiple complications over a period of time. Some common complications of uncontrolled diabetes include heart diseases like coronary artery disease, heart attack, diabetic retinopathy which may cause blindness, diabetic neuropathy at different parts of the body.

Diabetes can be caused by multiple reasons. The most common risk factors for diabetes include being overweight with sedentary life style, having family history of diabetes or having been diagnosed with hypertension.