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Post Prandial Blood Sugar Test Overview

The Post prandial Blood Sugar Test can help detect prediabetes, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes. Blood glucose (sugar) is derived from food and it is the main source of energy.   If a person has high blood glucose level then this condition is known as diabetes while if it is low it is known as hypoglycemia.
Diabetic patients should monitor their glucose or HbA1c levels regularly to evaluate control of blood glucose in body.
Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level (hyperglycemia) over a prolonged period of time.
Symptoms often include frequent urination, increased thirst and increased appetite. If left untreated, diabetes can cause many health complications.

Blood glucose helps in the smooth functioning of various parts of your body. It gives you the energy to perform various tasks. Blood sugar directly acts on your muscles to help with the movements of your body parts. In certain abnormal cases, there is excess sugar in your bloodstream because your body's muscles have not absorbed enough glucose for further utilisation. This leads to a condition known as diabetes mellitus, which is the presence of excess glucose in your bloodstream. There are two types of diabetes: type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Symptoms often include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased appetite. If left untreated, diabetes can cause many health complications. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels regularly to evaluate control of blood glucose in the body.
 

What is post-prandial glucose?

The word "post-prandial" means after a meal. Therefore, post-prandial glucose (PPG) levels determine the levels of blood glucose after one has eaten a meal. The PPG profile is dependent on the amount of carbohydrates absorbed, insulin and glucagon secretion, and their combined effects on glucose metabolism in the liver. This is also affected by the timing, content, and quantity of the meal that was taken.

Who should do the glucose post-prandial plasma test?

The post-prandial glucose test is recommended if you experience the following symptoms:

  • Sudden weight loss without any apparent efforts to lose weight, such as diet or exercise.
  • Excessive thirst even after being properly hydrated or in colder months.
  • Excessive hunger even after eating proper meals
  • Having to urinate very often

Diabetes can be diagnosed in patients with haemoglobin variants, sickle cell anemia, pregnancy (second and third trimesters), postpartum (immediately after pregnancy), G6PD deficiency, HIV, hemodialysis, recent blood loss, transfusion, or erythropoietin therapy

Written by: Dr.Srilalitha P, MD, Biochemist 

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Post Prandial Blood Sugar PPBS Test Price

Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Post Prandial Blood Sugar PPBS Test with a clear pricing structure.

The Post Prandial Blood Sugar PPBS Test Price in Mumbai is ₹ 90 .

We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Post prandial blood sugar test is done to diagnose patients suspected to be suffering from diabetes. This test is done 2 hrs after starting the meal. Though HbA1c is a preferred test to diagnose diabetes due to several advantages but blood glucose estimation is the test of choice for diagnosis in patients of hemoglobin variants, sickle cell anemia, pregnancy (2nd & 3rd trimester), postpartum (immediately after pregnancy), G6PD deficiency, HIV, hemodialysis, recent blood loss, transfusion or erythropoeitin therapy. In the above mentioned cases HbA1c is not used to diagnose diabetes

Post prandial blood sugar test measures blood glucose levels in plasma of the patient

Post prandial blood sugar test requires a blood sample. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer.

Result values are considered normal or abnormal differ basis type of post prandial blood sugar test done i.e., random, fasting, post-prandial
Post-prandial:
Normal: 139 mg/ dL and less; Impaired: 140-199 mg/ dL; Diabetes: 200 and above

If the post-prandial blood sugar is lower than normal (below 139 mg/dL), it is called hypoglycemia. If it is above the normal range (above 180–200 mg/dL), it is called hyperglycemia

The post-prandial glucose test values are as follows:

  • Normal: 139 mg/ dL and less
  • Impaired: 140-199 mg/ dL
  • Diabetes mellites: 200 and above

A glucose post-prandial test is typically done about 2 hours after the meal. You will be asked to eat certain kinds of food or to just drink glucose.

Post-prandial hyperglycemia could be a risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus and other complications of diabetes. 

If your glucose post-prandial test is not normal, additional tests may be suggested by your doctor. These include:

  • Urine Glucose Test
  • Blood Glucose - Fasting
  • Glycated Hemoglobin Test/HbA1c test
  • Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
  • Glucose PP
  • Glucose - Post Prandial
  • Post Prandial Blood Glucose (PPBG) Test
  • Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test
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