Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
TSH (Thyroid-stimulating hormone)
Yearly
Diabetics have a higher prevalence of thyroid disorders compared with the normal population. The presence of thyroid dysfunction may affect diabetes control. Thyroid dysfunction can produce significant metabolic disturbances in diabetic individuals. Therefore, regular screening for thyroid abnormalities in all diabetic patients will allow early treatment of subclinical thyroid dysfunction.
No test preparation is required prior to this test.
Euthyroid: 0.5–5.0
Hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid): below 0.5
Hypothyroid (underactive thyroid): above 5.0
Microalbumin
Yearly
It screens for a possible kidney disorder or for early damage to the kidneys in persons with diabetes.
No test preparation is required prior to this test. This urine test is done on the spot.
Results of the microalbumin test are measured as milligrams (mg) of protein leakage. Generally:
Less than 30 mg is normal.
Thirty to 300 mg indicates early kidney disease (microalbuminuria).
More than 300 mg indicates more advanced kidney disease (macroalbuminuria).
CBC (complete blood count)
Yearly
It measures the numbers of the various types of cells found in your blood. Either increased or decreased numbers of different cells may suggest a problem, either one which may resolve itself or one which may require further tests and treatment.
There is no special preparation needed. Blood can be drawn at any time during the day and fasting prior to the test is not required.
Normal range for the below tests is provided by the pathology laboratory.
WBC - white blood cell count, WBC Differential, Lymphocyte, Monocytes, Neutrophils, Eosinophils, Basophils, RBC - red blood cell count, Red cell distribution width (RDW), Haemoglobin, Haematocrit, Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV), Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH), Mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration (MCHC), platelet count, Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)
Funduscopy
Yearly
When the body is unable to process sugar correctly, it leads to blood vessel damages, which leads to fluid leakage into body tissues, including the retina. Visual impairment is a frequent complication of diabetes. This condition is called diabetic retinopathy. This eye test detects any damage to the eye retina due to diabetes.
No test preparation is required prior to this test. However, this test involves the use of medicated eyedrops to dilate or enlarge the pupil of the eye for a clearer examination of the eye. Hence, it is suggested to avoid any eye make-up prior to examination.
Provided by the ophthalmologist
Lipid profile
Yearly
This test measures the different types of cholesterol and the amount of triglycerides in your blood. This allows your doctor to assess your risk of coronary heart disease. The lipid profile typically includes:
Total cholesterol
High density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) — often called good cholesterol
Low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) —often called bad cholesterol
Triglycerides
You need to fast 9–12 hours before the test.
LDL Cholesterol
Optimal: Less than 100 mg/dL (2.59 mmol/L)
Near/above optimal: 100-129 mg/dL (2.59-3.34 mmol/L)
Borderline high: 130-159 mg/dL (3.37-4.12 mmol/L)
High: 160-189 mg/dL (4.15-4.90 mmol/L)
Very high: Greater than 190 mg/dL (4.90 mmol/L)
Total Cholesterol
Desirable: Less than 200 mg/dL (5.18 mmol/L)
Borderline high: 200-239 mg/dL (5.18 to 6.18 mmol/L)
High: 240 mg/dL (6.22 mmol/L) or higher
HDL Cholesterol
Low level, increased risk: Less than 40 mg/dL (1.0 mmol/L) for men and less than 50 mg/dL (1.3 mmol/L) for women
Average level, average risk: 40-50 mg/dL (1.0-1.3 mmol/L) for men and between 50-59 mg/dl (1.3-1.5 mmol/L) for women
High level, less than average risk: 60 mg/dL (1.55 mmol/L) or higher for both men and women
Fasting Triglycerides
Desirable: Less than 150 mg/dL (1.70 mmol/L)
Borderline high: 150-199 mg/dL(1.7-2.2 mmol/L)
High: 200-499 mg/dL (2.3-5.6 mmol/L)
Very high: Greater than 500 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L)
