Private Glucose Test

Private Glucose

Test

A Private Glucose Test is a common diagnostic test that’s an essential part of many health screenings. A glucose test checks how well the body processes sugar (glucose). It can help you understand, manage and treat your risk of diabetes.

Because your health matters.

A Private Glucose Test involves drawing a blood sample after you have fasted overnight. It is quick, easy and most appointments only last 20 - 30 minutes. With over 350 testing venues across England and Ireland, you’ll find a date, time and venue convenient for you.

Our Private Glucose blood test is part of our comprehensive private health checks. It can also be added as an extra individual test to many of our existing full body health packages. Explore our packages and book online today.

Fast, accurate results

Competitively priced testing within 20 minutes of your home

Detailed, personalised Results Report

Access to our 24/7 GP service with all test packages

How it

works

Woman having her blood pressure taken by a Bluecrest Health Assessment Specialist
  • 1.

    Select and book your package

    View our health packages and book a full body private health check. All our individual tests can be added to any of our existing health packages. Just call our team on 0800 652 2183 before your appointment to add an extra test.

  • 2.

    Make an appointment

    Choose the venue, date and time that suits you. With over 2000 appointments available nationwide every week, you're sure to find a convenient time, date and venue.

  • 3.

    Attend your appointment

    A trained phlebotomist will carry out your assessment. The whole process only takes around 20 - 30 minutes.

  • 4.

    Fast, accurate results

    Your results will be available 24/7 through our online dashboard, My Wellness. You will receive an email notification as soon as your results are ready for viewing. Processing times vary by test, with some results accessible on the dashboard in as little as three days. The online dashboard also provides easy access to a downloadable PDF, making it simple to share your results with your GP.

What is a Private Glucose

Test?

A Private Glucose Test measures the amount of glucose in your blood. Glucose is typically filtered by the kidneys and utilised as an energy source. Abnormal levels may indicate conditions such as diabetes or insulin resistance, where the body either produces too much glucose or struggles to use it effectively. Lifestyle factors can also influence glucose levels, making a Private Glucose Test valuable for assessing overall health.

Discover the benefits of a glucose

test

A glucose test is an essential part of any full body health check. It can help you uncover key insights into your health. Consider a Private Glucose Test to:

  • Assess your overall health and wellbeing and provide a benchmark for future monitoring.

  • Clarify uncertainties by checking for symptoms related to both high and low blood sugar levels.

  • Proactively monitor risk factors for diabetes, especially if you have a family history or other risk factors.

  • Ensure a healthy pregnancy by incorporating glucose testing as part of your prenatal care.

  • If you're on medications affecting glucose, our testing service can help monitor and optimise your treatment plan.

How do you test for glucose?

To assess glucose levels, your doctor may recommend a blood test, commonly known as a glucose test.

A trained phlebotomist will take your blood sample after you have fasted overnight. Your samples and readings taken during the appointment will be analysed in some of the UK’s leading laboratories. You will be asked a few questions about your health and lifestyle. The whole process only takes around 20 - 30 minutes.

Many potential factors influence glucose levels in the body. It’s important to note that abnormal glucose levels don't always indicate health issues. Our comprehensive private health assessments include all the tests you need to take a proactive approach to monitoring and improving your health. You can add an eGFR test to any of our existing health packages. Simply book an existing package and call our team before your appointment.

Your results explained in

detail

Your Results Report (available online and through the post) explains each one of your test results in detail, with no confusing medical jargon. You’ll receive the actual reading for every test we've run, with each result given a 'flag' of green, amber or red.

Green results are within the recommended range for your age and sex; amber results are a little outside what we'd normally expect; and red results are further outside the norm.

Where a result is amber or red, we'll give follow up advice on what to do next - whether that's making lifestyle changes, simply monitoring the result, or visiting your GP for further investigation.

Private health checks for complete peace of

mind

Our full body private health checks are designed for busy people who want to take control of their health. Our tests are quick, accurate, convenient and completely stress-free. No waiting for an appointment, no invasive procedures, no embarrassing questions, no long travel times and no busy waiting rooms.

Trained phlebotomists carry out all tests in one of our 350 venues across the UK and Ireland, so you get accurate professional health checks within 20 minutes of your home. Our private health checks include all the tests you need to take a proactive approach to monitoring and improving your health.

A Uric Acid test can be added to any full body health check. Just book one of our full body private health assessments and call us before your appointment to add an extra test.

FAQs

The Glucose test is currently not available at home. All of our tests are carried out in-person by trained phlebotomists in one of our 350 venues across the UK and Ireland. An in-person test guarantees the accuracy of your test results and enables us to get your samples to the laboratory for testing quickly, giving you your results faster.
A Glucose Test can indicate conditions related to blood sugar levels, primarily diabetes. Elevated glucose levels may indicate diabetes or insulin resistance. Glucose testing is also used during pregnancy to screen for gestational diabetes. Regular monitoring of glucose levels is essential for managing these conditions and promoting overall health and wellbeing.
Our Glucose Test can only be booked as part of one of our complete health packages. Call free on 0800 652 2183 to speak to one of our team.
Your blood samples and other readings will be analysed by one of the leading laboratories in the UK which we have established partnerships with. Once they have analysed your samples and readings, your test results are sent securely to our in-house Results team who compile your personalised Results Report.
You will not have to fast or undress during your appointment. Full preparation instructions will be provided in writing when you book your appointment.
It's important to note that individual responses to glucose levels can vary, and these signs may not be exhaustive. If you suspect issues with your glucose levels, consult a healthcare professional for appropriate testing and guidance. Signs of high glucose (Hyperglycemia): Persistent feelings of thirst | Frequent urination | Unexplained tiredness and lack of energy | Vision problems or difficulty focusing | Delayed wound healing and recurrent infections | Unintended weight loss despite normal or increased appetite. Signs of low glucose (Hypoglycemia): Shakiness | Excessive sweating, often without apparent cause | Sudden mood changes or irritability | Dizziness | Sudden weakness or fatigue | Difficulty concentrating or confusion
High glucose levels, or hyperglycemia, can result from factors such as diabetes, insulin resistance, stress, illness, certain medications, poor diet, lack of physical activity, hormonal changes, and specific medical conditions. If you experience symptoms like increased thirst or frequent urination, consult a healthcare professional for evaluation and management.
Yes, a glucose test is usually considered a routine examination, especially in specific situations. Routine testing is typically recommended as part of preventive healthcare for individuals with certain risk factors, including age, family history of diabetes, obesity, or during pregnancy. Additionally, routine glucose testing may be advised for those showing symptoms of diabetes or having other related risk factors. The frequency of these tests is personalised and best determined through consultation with a healthcare provider.
Your test results and other readings will each be given a ‘flag’ of a different colour: green, amber or red. Green results are within the recommended range for your age and sex; amber results are a little outside what we'd normally expect; and red results are further outside the norm. Where a result is amber or red, we'll give follow-up advice on what to do next - whether that's making lifestyle changes, simply monitoring the result, or visiting your GP for further investigation. If there are any critical results discovered by our laboratory, we will contact you immediately, so you won’t need to wait for your full results report to arrive to take appropriate action.