General
Carbohydrate Check
Type 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in New Zealand but it is a preventable disease and easy to predict. This simple diabetes test highlights whether your lifestyle or physiology put you at risk.
See what is measuredAbout this test
Type 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in New Zealand but it is a preventable disease and easy to predict. This simple diabetes test highlights whether your lifestyle or physiology put you at risk.
What we measure
GLUCOSE METABOLISM
Assessment of how your body processes carbohydrates and manages blood sugar levels.
- HbA1c
- Long-term average blood sugar over 2-3 months. The gold standard for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring.
- Fasting Glucose
- Blood sugar after an overnight fast. Elevated levels indicate prediabetes or diabetes.
- Fasting Insulin
- Measures insulin resistance. High levels indicate the body is struggling to manage blood sugar.
What happens next
- 01
Order your test
Enter your laboratory details and pay securely as a guest. No signup or health quiz is required to order.
- 02
Follow your collection instructions
Preparation and collection vary by test. Follow the instructions provided for your specific test; contact us if anything is unclear.
- 03
Explore your results
View your results privately in your account. You can take the health quiz after ordering and explore clinician support when you need it.
A question before you order?
You can explore the collection without taking the quiz. If you are unsure where to start, we can help you understand the options.