C-Peptide – Fasting, Serum

The C-Peptide Fasting test checks how much insulin your body is making. It is helpful for people with diabetes and those who have low sugar problems.

🔹 Sample Required: Blood (Serum)
🔹 Fasting: Yes, 8–10 hours (only water allowed)
🔹 Report Time: Within 24 hours

Why is this test important?

• To check if your body is producing enough insulin

• To help doctors know the type of diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2)

• To monitor diabetes treatment

• To find the cause of frequent low sugar (hypoglycemia)

👉 This test helps your doctor plan the best treatment for you.

Profile Name: Comprehensive Diabetes, Thyroid & Organ Health Panel

Test Components & Significance:

• CBC & ESR: Evaluates overall blood health, infections, and inflammation.

• Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS) & HbA1c: Screening and monitoring of diabetes; HbA1c reflects 2–3 months average glycemia.

• Liver Function Test (LFT): Assesses hepatic function, bilirubin metabolism, and drug-induced liver injury.

• Kidney Function Test (KFT/RFT): Evaluates renal clearance, electrolyte balance, and detects nephropathy.

• Lipid Profile: Measures cholesterol & triglycerides for cardiovascular risk stratification.

• Urine Complete (Routine & Microscopy): Detects urinary tract infection, proteinuria, hematuria, and renal abnormalities.

• Thyroid Profile (T3, T4, TSH): Assesses thyroid gland function, useful in hypo/hyperthyroidism diagnosis.

Indications:

• Annual health check-up

• Screening for diabetes, dyslipidemia, thyroid disorders

• Monitoring of hepatic and renal function

• Early detection of lifestyle-related diseases

Preparation:

• 8–10 hours fasting required

• Water permitted

• Avoid heavy exercise or alcohol before testing

Turnaround Time:

• Reports available within 24 hours (fast reporting).