Diabetes Screen (HbA1c & Glucose)

Self-pay diabetes screening at the Zlín poliklinika collection point. HbA1c reflects average blood sugar over the previous two to three months and is the key marker for detecting pre-diabetes and monitoring diabetes; a single fasting glucose is also available. Insulin and C-peptide can be added to look at insulin resistance. No referral required; payment at the draw.

Raised blood sugar can develop silently for years before symptoms appear, so screening is valuable for prevention. Vaše laboratoře offers the relevant markers on a self-pay basis. **Markers available:** - HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin, 223 Kč, the default) — reflects average blood glucose over roughly the previous 2–3 months, the standard marker for detecting and monitoring diabetes and pre-diabetes; no fasting required. - Glucose (17 Kč) — a single blood sugar reading; fasting is advised for an accurate result. - Insulin (177 Kč) and C-peptide (211 Kč) — added to assess insulin resistance and pancreatic function. **How it works:** Attend the Zlín poliklinika collection point during morning collection hours. For a fasting glucose, avoid food for around 12 hours beforehand (water allowed); HbA1c does not require fasting. A laboratory nurse takes a venous sample and payment is made at the draw. Results return through the laboratory's standard channels. HbA1c is the best single test for screening, while glucose with insulin gives more information about early insulin resistance. **Who it suits:** People with a family history of diabetes, those carrying excess weight or with features of metabolic syndrome, and anyone wanting to monitor their blood sugar over time.