What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're experiencing frequent energy crashes, unusual thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained tiredness throughout the day. It helps identify blood sugar imbalances, insulin resistance, and early signs of diabetes or prediabetes that may be affecting your energy levels and overall health. Many people use this test when they notice symptoms or want to monitor their metabolic health and kidney function.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive detailed doctor notes in simple language explaining what your blood sugar, insulin, and kidney function results mean for your energy and overall health. These notes include personalized recommendations like dietary changes, exercise suggestions, or whether you should follow up with an endocrinologist. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your glucose, HbA1c, and other metabolic markers over time using our trends feature to see how your lifestyle changes are working.

What's included in this test?

This panel measures Glucose, Hemoglobin A1c, Insulin (fasting), Phosphate, Chloride, Potassium, Sodium, BUN/Creatinine Ratio, ALT, AST, Alkaline Phosphatase, Bilirubin (Total), Albumin/Globulin Ratio, Globulin, Albumin, Protein (Total), Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Creatinine, Urea Nitrogen (BUN), and eGFR. This panel measures fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c to evaluate your blood sugar control over the past 2-3 months, helping identify diabetes or prediabetes. It includes fasting insulin to detect insulin resistance, a comprehensive metabolic panel that assesses kidney and liver function along with electrolyte balance, and phosphate levels that support overall metabolic health. Together, these measurements provide a complete picture of your blood sugar regulation, metabolic function, and organ health.

How should I prepare for this test?

You must fast for 12 hours before your blood draw, which means no food or beverages except water during this period. This fasting requirement is essential for accurate glucose and insulin measurements. Schedule your appointment for the morning so you can fast overnight, and remember to stay well-hydrated with water.

When will I get my results?

Your results will be available approximately 4 business days after your blood sample is collected. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready to view online, along with the doctor notes explaining what your numbers mean and actionable next steps.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is ideal for people experiencing fatigue, brain fog, increased thirst or hunger, or frequent urination. It's also important for those with a family history of diabetes, people who are overweight or inactive, anyone with previous prediabetes or gestational diabetes, and individuals who want to monitor their metabolic health and prevent future complications.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

Common symptoms include feeling exhausted after meals, constant hunger or thirst, needing to urinate frequently especially at night, blurry vision, slow-healing cuts or infections, tingling in hands or feet, or unexplained weight changes. You might also notice brain fog, mood swings, or energy crashes between meals that could indicate blood sugar regulation issues.

How can I naturally support healthy blood sugar levels?

Focus on eating balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to slow sugar absorption and prevent spikes. Regular physical activity, especially after meals, helps your cells use glucose more effectively and improves insulin sensitivity. Prioritize quality sleep, manage stress through meditation or yoga, stay hydrated, and limit refined carbohydrates and sugary foods.

What is hemoglobin A1c and why does it matter?

Hemoglobin A1c is a measurement that shows your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months by checking how much sugar is attached to your red blood cells. Unlike a single glucose reading that captures just one moment, A1c gives you a bigger picture of your blood sugar control over time. This makes it one of the best tools for diagnosing diabetes, identifying prediabetes, and monitoring how well your treatment or lifestyle changes are working.

What does high fasting insulin mean?

High fasting insulin often indicates insulin resistance, where your cells aren't responding properly to insulin, so your pancreas produces more to compensate. This can happen before blood sugar levels become elevated and is an early warning sign of prediabetes or metabolic syndrome. High insulin can contribute to weight gain, difficulty losing weight, fatigue, and increased risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

How often should I retest my blood sugar and A1c?

If you have prediabetes or are monitoring risk factors, retesting every 3-6 months helps track whether lifestyle changes are working. If you're diabetic and managing your condition, your doctor typically recommends A1c testing every 3 months until blood sugar stabilizes, then every 6 months. For general wellness monitoring with normal results, annual testing is usually sufficient unless you notice new symptoms or risk factors.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Sugar & Insulin Test - Blood Sugar & Energy Check

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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