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Diabetes screening in Qatar: HbA1c and fasting glucose

Blood glucose testing is among the most common laboratory requests in Qatar. This article describes the markers in Eden's Diabetes Check-Up package and how testing is arranged in Doha.

The three markers in the package

Eden's Diabetes Check-Up includes HbA1c, fasting blood glucose and urine analysis. HbA1c reflects glucose bound to haemoglobin over a longer window than a single reading, fasting blood glucose is a point-in-time measurement, and urine analysis is a general screening test that includes glucose among other parameters.

Together these give your doctor several angles on the same question rather than relying on one number.

Related markers you may already have

HbA1c is also included in Eden's Sports Energy & Recovery package. If you are monitoring metabolic health more broadly, the Cholesterol package covers total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL, and the Kidney Function package covers creatinine, urea and urine analysis.

Check each package page for the exact list before booking so you only pay for what you need.

Preparation and next steps

Fasting requirements depend on which markers your doctor has requested. Confirm the instructions for your specific appointment with the Eden team on 4044 1999 or on WhatsApp at 5580 1999 before you attend.

Once your report is issued you can request it as a secure digital PDF or as a printed copy, and review it with your clinician.

This guide is general information about laboratory testing and is not medical advice. Always discuss your results and your testing plan with your treating doctor.

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