4 Lab values
Metabolism
Metabolic laboratory markers describe different aspects of glucose, purine and other metabolic pathways. Explore glucose, HbA1c, uric acid and related tests with their specific measurement and interpretation limits.
Available lab values (4)
- Fasting Blood GlucoseFasting blood glucose is measured after a defined fasting period. Interpretation depends on the testing context and should not be used as a stand-alone instruction to change diabetes treatment.mmol/l
- Blood GlucoseBlood glucose depends on the measurement context. Fasting, random and post-meal results are not interchangeable, and one value does not determine a diagnosis or treatment plan.mmol/l
- Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)HbA1c reflects average glucose exposure over roughly three months and is used to diagnose prediabetes and type 2 diabetes and to monitor diabetes. Red-cell turnover, hemoglobin variants and some illnesses can distort the result.
- Lp-PLA2 (Lipoprotein-associated Phospholipase A2)Lp-PLA2 is a lipoprotein-associated enzyme that may provide additional cardiovascular risk information. Assay type, unit and reference limits are method-specific, and the result is not a stand-alone treatment target.
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Metabolism · 4 lab values
Metabolic laboratory markers describe different aspects of glucose, purine and other metabolic pathways. Explore glucose, HbA1c, uric acid and related tests with their specific measurement and interpretation limits.
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Which blood tests are used for diabetes?
Fasting glucose and HbA1c are central tests for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes. Additional testing may be needed depending on the situation.
What does a high uric-acid result mean?
Higher uric acid can increase the risk of gout and can be associated with some kidney stones. Whether treatment is needed depends on symptoms and the overall clinical picture.