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Chronic Care · Lab Test

Diabetic Profile

Regular monitoring of the markers that matter most in diabetes — so you and your doctor can stay ahead of complications.

Chronic care Every 3–6 months Fasting recommended

What's included

A focused panel aligned with how diabetes is monitored — glycaemic control plus the heart and kidney checks that guideline care recommends.

Blood sugar control

  • HbA1c — average blood sugar over 2–3 months — the key control marker
  • Fasting Glucose — point-in-time blood sugar

Heart & kidney risk

  • Lipid panel — cholesterol and triglycerides — cardiovascular risk
  • Creatinine & eGFR — kidney filtering function
  • Urine Albumin (microalbumin) — an early sign of diabetes-related kidney strain

Understanding HbA1c

As a general guide used by clinicians: an HbA1c below 5.7% is considered normal, 5.7–6.4% indicates prediabetes, and 6.5% or higher is in the diabetes range. Your personal target may differ — your doctor sets it based on your situation.

Why these tests

  • HbA1c shows your longer-term control, not just today's reading.
  • Kidney markers catch early changes when they're most manageable.
  • Lipids matter because diabetes raises cardiovascular risk.

How often

Many people with stable diabetes check HbA1c roughly twice a year, and more often — about every three months — when treatment is changing or targets aren't being met. Kidney and lipid checks are commonly done at least yearly. Your doctor will personalise this schedule.

Questions

Is this for type 1 or type 2 diabetes?

It's useful for monitoring both, as well as prediabetes. Your doctor may tailor the tests to your needs.

Do I need to fast?

Fasting is recommended for accurate glucose and lipid results; HbA1c itself does not require fasting.

Can I share results with my own doctor?

Absolutely. Results are downloadable, and you can also review them with an MDLink physician.

How do I book ongoing testing?

You can schedule repeat tests at the interval your doctor recommends.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is for general health education and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Laboratory results should be interpreted by a licensed physician in the context of your full medical history. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about a medical condition.