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    What is a Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test?

    The Postprandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) test is a blood test used to detect diabetes by measuring glucose levels after a meal. "Postprandial" means the period following eating. This test evaluates how your body processes sugars and starches from food. It is usually conducted after a fasting blood sugar (FBS) test, which measures blood glucose after fasting for 8-12 hours.

    Post-meal, blood glucose levels rise as the body digests food. The pancreas releases insulin, which helps transfer glucose from the bloodstream into the body’s cells for energy, keeping blood sugar levels in check. In diabetes, the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or doesn’t respond properly to it, resulting in persistently high blood sugar levels.

    Diabetes is marked by excessively high blood glucose and can be classified into several categories:

    • Prediabetes: Blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis.

    • Gestational Diabetes: This type occurs during pregnancy and generally resolves after childbirth.

    • Type 1 Diabetes: The immune system mistakenly attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to minimal or no insulin production.

    • Type 2 Diabetes: The body either resists the effects of insulin or fails to produce adequate amounts.

    The PPBS test is crucial for the detection and monitoring of diabetes. Regular PPBS testing can help prevent severe complications associated with high blood sugar, including damage to nerves, the eyes, kidneys, and heart, and maintain overall health.

    Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test Parameters

    The PPBS blood test can be conducted two hours after eating. The test measures the blood glucose levels to observe how your body handles sugar intake. Glucose, the primary sugar in the blood, serves as the body's energy source, derived from the breakdown of dietary carbohydrates.

    After a meal, blood sugar levels rise swiftly, and the pancreas releases insulin to facilitate the uptake of glucose into cells. This process reduces blood glucose and insulin levels, which typically return to normal within two hours. In diabetes, this regulatory mechanism falters, resulting in elevated blood sugar due to insufficient or poorly functioning insulin.

    The PPBS test evaluates whether blood sugar remains high after two hours, helping to determine how effectively your body manages glucose. Persistent high levels post-meal may indicate diabetes, prompting your doctor to repeat the test or conduct additional evaluations like the haemoglobin A1c or glucose tolerance test.

    Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test Preparation

    Preparing for a PPBS test involves straightforward steps. Here's a detailed guide:

    Prerequisites

    No fasting is required for the PPBS test alone. However, if your doctor schedules additional tests such as haemoglobin A1c, fasting blood glucose, or glucose tolerance, you might need to fast. Ensure you inform your doctor about any medications or supplements you are taking.

    The best time to get tested

    The test should be taken two hours after consuming a meal containing at least 75 grams of carbohydrates. Your doctor will provide instructions on the timing and specifics of the test.

    Eligibility for PPBS test

    The PPBS test is recommended if you show symptoms like frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or blurred vision. It is also useful if you have risk factors for diabetes, such as a sedentary lifestyle, being 45 or older, obesity, high blood pressure, or a history of gestational diabetes. The test is utilized for diabetes screening, gestational diabetes diagnosis, and monitoring treatment in diabetic patients.

    Cautions before taking the PPBS test

    No special precautions are needed. You should rest before the test since physical activity can raise blood sugar levels. Also, finish your meal and avoid smoking or snacking during the two-hour wait before the test.

    Why Take a Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test?

    A PPBS blood test might be necessary if your doctor suspects diabetes or other conditions that impair insulin function. This test is particularly relevant if you show symptoms such as feeling tired, blurry vision, slow-healing sores, frequent urination, unusual thirst, or recurrent infections.

    If you have risk factors like obesity or a family history of diabetes, the PPBS test might be included in routine physical exams for screening purposes. During pregnancy, this test is crucial for diagnosing gestational diabetes and ensuring the well-being of both the mother and baby. Additionally, for those already diagnosed with diabetes, the PPBS test is used to monitor the effectiveness of ongoing treatment.

    Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test Results & Interpretation

    It's essential to understand the role of a PPBS test and how to interpret its results:

    Test NameUnitsNormal Range
    Glucose, Post Prandialmg/dL70-140

    If your blood sugar level is higher than normal two hours after eating, it may indicate diabetes. Your doctor will interpret these results considering your age, gender, medical history, and other test results.

    Conditions associated with abnormal sugar levels include:

    • Low blood sugar can result from excessive insulin use, starvation, severe infections, insulinomas (insulin-producing tumours), excessive alcohol intake, hypopituitarism (underactive pituitary gland), adrenal insufficiency (underactive adrenal glands), severe liver disease, or hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).

    • High blood sugar (excluding diabetes) can be due to Cushing syndrome (high cortisol levels), acute stress (trauma, heart attack, or stroke), acromegaly (excess growth hormone), pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).

    FAQs on Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test in Gurgaon

    Risk factors for diabetes include being overweight, having a sedentary lifestyle, being older than 45 years, having a family history of diabetes, high blood pressure, and poor dietary habits. Additionally, a history of gestational diabetes or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) can also contribute to the risk of developing diabetes.

    The PPBS blood test assesses how effectively your body controls blood sugar. The test helps in diagnosing and managing diabetes and screening for other metabolic disorders.

    No, the PPBS test does not require fasting.

    Yes, PPBS test home collection can be scheduled at various locations in Gurgaon with Orange Health Labs. The test can be booked via a website or app. A professional eMedic will arrive at your location within 60 minutes of booking.

    To blood test or health checkup with Orange Health Labs, follow the given steps:

    Search for the Test: Find the listing for the PPBS Test in Gurgaon or the PPBS Test at home on the Orange Health website or app.

    Review and Book: Choose the test, review the prerequisites, fill in your address details, and confirm your booking by selecting a convenient time slot for sample collection.

    Sample Collection: An experienced eMedic will visit your home within the scheduled time slot to collect your blood sample.

    Lab Processing: The sample will be transported to and analysed at our NABL-accredited and ICMR-approved laboratories.

    Receive Results: Your test results will be sent via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours, and they will also be available on the Orange Health app.

    The result of the PPBS test may vary between 70 and 140 mg/dL.

    The PPBS test involves a quick blood sample collection, generally completed in just a few minutes. With Orange Health Labs, the sample is collected within 60 minutes of booking, and results are available within 6 hours.

    The frequency of the PPBS blood test is determined by your doctor based on your specific health requirements.

    The PPBS test measures blood glucose levels two hours post-meal. Testing provides an understanding of your body’s ability to process and regulate sugar after eating.

    The PPBS test can identify diabetes and other insulin-related conditions by evaluating your body’s response to sugar intake after eating.

    Yes, the PPBS test is used to detect diabetes.

    Without having to visit a laboratory or a testing facility, PPBS tests in Gurgaon can be available at various locations including DLF Phase 1, DLF Phase 2, DLF Phase 3, DLF Phase 4, DLF Phase 5, Sector 14, Sector 15, Sector 21, Sector 22, Sector 23, Sector 24, Sector 29, Sector 31, Sector 40, Sector 42, Sector 43, Sector 45, Sector 46, Sector 50, Sector 51, Sector 52, Sector 53, Sector 54, Sector 55, and Sector 56.

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    Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test in Gurgaon

    Test NamePost Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS) Test
    Also Known AsPostprandial glucose, PPBS blood test, 2-hour postprandial blood sugar, 2-hour postprandial glucose test, post-meal blood glucose test, after-meal blood sugar test
    PurposeTo measure blood sugar levels after a meal
    Pre-test InformationFasting is not required for a PPBS Test.
    Report DeliveryGet reports within 6 hours.
    FrequencyAs prescribed by your doctor.
    Home TestingYes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
    Sample RequiredA blood sample is required for a PPBS Test.

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