GLUCOSE

Description

  • 0 to 0.8 mmol/L

Clinical significance

  • Glucose is not normally present in urine. When glucose is present the condition is called Glucosuria which is usually a sign of very high blood sugar levels. The extra sugar in the bloodstream is usually only removed via the kidneys. Glycosuria is a common symptom of both type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.
  • A reduction in the Renal threshold can also lead to glucosuria. When blood glucose levels reach a certain concentration, the kidneys eliminate glucose into urine to decrease blood concentrations. Sometimes the threshold concentration is reduced and glucose enters the urine at a lower blood glucose concentration

When to get tested

  • As a part of routine urine analysis
  • When there are s/s of diabetes (excessive thirst, frequent urination, etc.)

Elevated level

  • Renal glycosuria
  • Pregnancy
  • Hormonal disorders
  • Liver disease
  • Certain medications

Decreased level

Profile

Urine Analysis

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