Random Blood Sugar (RBS) Test In Howrah - Price & Details

PharmEasy Labs is where convenience meets top-grade services. Tests are offered at large discounts to make them affordable to all. High-end, updated automated machines are used to generate the reports. Because highly efficient technicians and pathologists work at the Labs, you can be assured of 100% accurate results that will be delivered to you by email. Home sample collection is a major benefit offered by PharmEasy Labs, as it means you will not have to step out of your house to get tested. RBS test is a commonly booked test at PharmEasy Labs.

Apart from the regular testing schedule, this RBS test is done to know the blood sugar level at any time of the day, even after meals to confirm diabetes mellitus.

The sugar we get from our food is essential for all our physiological functions. But if it is more than the normal level, it becomes dangerous for the body. A person is diagnosed with diabetes mellitus if his/her sugar level is 200/dl or more.

Early detection of diabetes due to the RBS test can lead to early treatment. High sugar levels in RBS test may be due to other health conditions such as:

• Hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid gland
• Inflammation of the pancreas
• Pancreatic cancer
• Tumours

In these cases, more tests are needed along with the RBS test to diagnose the diabetes, such as:

• Oral glucose tolerance test
• Fasting blood sugar
• Postprandial test
• Haemoglobin A1C test

The pricing of a RBS test can vary due to multiple factors. However, the usual cost for a RBS test at PharmEasy in Howrah falls within the range of INR 89 to INR 269. For more details, consider comparing RBS test prices across major cities in India.

The purpose behind the RBS test is to check blood sugar levels haphazardly. This allows for quick diagnosis and timely treatment. Moreover, after the treatment, doctors perform RBS tests to monitor how the patient is recovering under the effects of the medicine.

Doctors suggest a RBS test to be performed if someone is suffering from these symptoms-

• unexpected weight loss
• Dry mouth and dehydration
• Slow wound healing rate
• Cloudy vision
• Frequent urination

The RBS test does not require any preparation, not even fasting. The test is done randomly to check someone's blood sugar at any time of the day, regardless of when someone ate his/her last meal.

During the RBS Test

Once you have made an online booking and selected a time slot, a phlebotomist from PharmEasy Labs will come over to your place to collect a small sample of your blood. To ensure maximum comfort, a vein finder will be used. The right vein at the crook of your arm will be pierced with a clean new needle and a tiny volume of blood will be drawn.

• The simple and intuitive interface of the app and the website makes booking a hassle-free experience.
• Get updates on all the stages of the test via the PharmEasy app.
• Automated and barcoded machines are used to ensure there are zero errors in the report.
• The tests are available at competitive rates thanks to major discounts and offers.
• Because your blood sample will be collected at home, you will be able to save time and energy by avoiding a trip to the lab or hospital.