Diabetic Profile

Diabetic Profile tests are done to check the blood sugar level in our bodies. Diabetes is a serious condition that causes higher-than-normal blood sugar levels. Diabetes occurs when your body cannot make or effectively use its insulin. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are the most common forms of the disease, but there are also other kinds, such as gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy.
Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes can lead to a host of simultaneous diseases, and having the diabetic profile test done helps to keep track of your overall health. In case of any abnormality, a physician can recommend preventive lifestyle changes or medication to keep the associated diseases at bay.

What happens during a Diabetic Profile Tests?

During a Diabetic Profile Tests, a lab technician will collect blood from a vein, typically from the inside of your elbow or from the back of your hand. The test will take only a few minutes. The technician:

• Cleans your skin with an antiseptic wipe
• Places an elastic band, or tourniquet, around your upper arm to help the vein swell with blood
• Inserts a needle in your vein and collect a blood sample in one or more vials
• Removes the elastic band
• Covers the area with a bandage to stop any bleeding
• Place a barcode on your blood sample vial and send them to a lab for analysis

A blood test can be slightly uncomfortable. When the needle punctures your skin, you might feel a prick or pinching sensation. Some people also feel faint or light-headed when they see blood. Afterward, you may have minor bruising, but it will clear up within a few days.

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