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Diabetes Home Scan -
2 TEST, (Testmedica Diagnostic)
Diabetes Home Scan
This test checks for glucose in the urine. Glucose is not normally found in the urine; however, very small amounts may be found after the ingestion of large amounts of sweets. In most cases, any glucose found in a random urine sample should be investigated. Glucose in the urine is a warning signal for diabetes.
There is also a serious condition, known as Low Renal Threshold, in which the kidneys allow glucose to be excreted. Any amount of glucose detected in the urine should be reported to your doctor or health care provider.
About 16 million Americans have diabetes, but as many as half of them do not know it. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to blindness, stroke, kidney failure, heart attack and amputations. Diabetes symptoms are subtle and easily overlooked or explained away. Many times, diabetes will progress and manifest itself in other life threatening illnesses such as heart disease, neuropathy or kidney failure. With proper treatment diabetes can be controlled and complications avoided or delayed. Everyone should be aware of this disease and its symptoms, as it is much more common than in past years.
You may be at higher risk for diabetes if you are:
- Someone with a family history of diabetes
- African American, Hispanic, Native American or Asian American
Some warning signs and symptoms include:
- Frequent urination
- Tingling or numbness of the hands or feet
- Frequent skin, gum, bladder or vaginal infections
There are two principal types of diabetes -Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 Diabetes is caused by destruction of cells in the pancreas. It is a severe, chronic form of diabetes, that is caused by insufficient production of insulin and results in an abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. The disease, which typically appears in childhood or adolescence, is characterized by increased sugar levels in the blood and urine, excessive thirst, frequent urination, acidosis, and wasting.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. This form typically appears first in adulthood and is exacerbated by obesity and an inactive lifestyle. Type 2 diabetes often has no symptoms, is usually diagnosed by tests that indicate glucose intolerance, and is most effectively treated with changes in diet and an exercise regimen. The meal plan for a person with diabetes is the same as anyone else. It should be low in fat with moderate amounts of protein and contain starches, like those in beans, vegetables and grains (such as breads, cereals, noodles and rice). Exercise helps the body's cells take in blood sugar. Even a total of just 30 minutes of exercise weekly broken down into short sessions can make a big difference. Losing weight is another big part of diabetes treatment. As you lose weight, your body uses insulin better. The best way to lose weight is to exercise and follow a healthy meal plan. With a healthy meal plan, you eat will eat less calories, filling up on low fat foods.
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Dip reagent end of strip in FRESH, well mixed urine and remove immediately. (Or, wet reagent area by passing through urine stream.) While removing, run the edge of the strip against the rim of the urine container to remove excess urine. Compare the test area with the color chart at the time specified (30 seconds).
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