Diabetes & blood sugar tests
Diabetes often develops silently for years. A fasting blood sugar and HbA1c test together give a reliable picture of your sugar control, while lipid profile, creatinine and urine tests check for early complications in the heart and kidneys.
- Frequent urination and thirst
- Unexplained weight loss
- Tiredness and blurred vision
Recommended tests
- Glucose Fasting₹70
- HbA1c₹600
- Lipid Profile₹650
- Creatinine₹300
- Urine Routine₹150
Quick answer
To check for diabetes, take a Fasting Blood Sugar test (normal: 70–99 mg/dL) and an HbA1c test (normal: below 5.7%). People who already have diabetes should also check lipid profile, creatinine and urine routine at least once a year.
When should you get tested?
- Frequent urination and thirst
- Unexplained weight loss
- Tiredness and blurred vision
- Slow-healing wounds
- Family history of diabetes
Good to know
- Adults above 35 — or younger if overweight or with a family history — should screen every year.
- If you have diabetes, check HbA1c every 3–6 months.
- Fast 8–10 hours before a fasting sugar test; HbA1c needs no fasting.
Recommended diabetes tests
Fasting Blood Sugar Test (FBS)
Measures blood glucose after an overnight fast to screen for diabetes and prediabetes.
- 1 parameter
- Fasting needed
- Same day
₹70
HbA1c Test (Glycated Haemoglobin)
Shows your average blood sugar over the last 2–3 months — the key test to diagnose and monitor diabetes.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹600
Lipid Profile Test
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess your risk of heart attack and stroke.
- 7 parameters
- Fasting needed
- Same day
₹650
Serum Creatinine Test
The most widely used blood test to check how well your kidneys filter waste.
- 1 parameter
- No fasting
- Same day
₹300
Urine Routine Examination (Complete Urine Test)
A 19-parameter physical, chemical and microscopic urine check for infection, kidney disease and diabetes.
- 19 parameters
- No fasting
- Same day
₹150
Or get everything in one checkup
An 11-test full body checkup covering blood count, diabetes (FBS + HbA1c), liver, kidney, thyroid, cholesterol and urine.
Essential Health Wellness Package
An 11-test full body checkup covering blood count, diabetes (FBS + HbA1c), liver, kidney, thyroid, cholesterol and urine.
11
Tests
61
Parameters
24h
Reports
- CBC
- Glucose Fasting
- HbA1c
- LFT
- Electrolytes
- Creatinine
- BUN
- Uric Acid
₹2,499
Diabetes Tests – FAQs
Which test is best to detect diabetes?
HbA1c and fasting blood sugar are both used. HbA1c shows your 3-month average and needs no fasting; fasting blood sugar shows your current level. Doctors often use both.
How often should a diabetic get blood tests?
HbA1c every 3–6 months, and lipid profile, creatinine and urine tests at least once a year to check for complications.
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Medical disclaimer: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified doctor to interpret your results and before starting or changing any treatment.