Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by elevated blood sugar levels. This occurs either because the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin or because the body can't effectively use the insulin it produces.

What is Diabetes Mellitus (DM)?

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Diabetes – Understanding, Managing & Preventing Complications

Available Tests

HbA1c (HBA)

HbA1c is a blood test that provides an average of your blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.

Glucose tolerance test

A glucose tolerance test (GTT) assesses how well your body processes sugar (glucose).

Glucose Test Random/Fasting

A glucose test measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood.