Who should get a diabetes test in La Vergne?

According to the US Preventive Services Task Force, anyone between the ages of 40 and 70 who are overweight or obese should be evaluated for diabetes every three years. For those 45 and older, as well as adults under 45 with significant diabetes risk factors, the American Diabetes Association recommends a yearly diabetes screening. High blood pressure, a family history of diabetes, and being overweight or obese are just a few of the many risk factors for diabetes.

How do they test for diabetes in La Vergne?

Diabetes can be detected with a simple blood test. Many practitioners use the A1C test or a private fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test to diagnose diabetes. The A1C test measures your blood sugar over the previous two or three months, whereas the FPG test measures your blood sugar following an overnight fast. The results of the A1C test are ready in minutes, whereas the results of the FPG test are usually available in a few hours.

What is the blood test for diabetes?

The A1C blood test and the fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test are the two most used diabetes diagnostics. The A1C test is also known as the HbA1C test, hemoglobin A1C test, or glycated hemoglobin test. This test allows you to eat and drink before the test, but the FPG test requires you to fast for at least eight hours prior to the test and only drink sips of water until it is completed.

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 5:30 pm

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4230 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 372054230 Harding Pike

4.27(565 reviews)

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After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.

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Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Franklin

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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509 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064509 Hillsboro Rd

4.84(5.5k reviews)

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94% of patients recommend this clinic.

The health care staff was exceptionally condsiderate and thorough. I felt pretty rough but I felt I was in good hands. I recommend this facility often. I believe that the diagnosis and prescribed treatment was accurate and appropriate. I am on the way to recovery.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 3:30 pm

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115 Winwood Dr, Lebanon, TN 37087115 Winwood Dr

4.42(586 reviews)

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Quest Lab Testing for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

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Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Gallatin

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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710 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066710 Nashville Pike

4.82(3.5k reviews)

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I contacted your office bright and early to set the earliest appointment I could my body ate and hurt from the top to my toes. I have severe fibromyalgia and it was attacking me pretty hard today. I never had felt this type of pain before the doctor that I had today was very helpful, understanding he listened to what my problems was and was able to try to help me as best as possible. Recommended that I seek a position at the hospital if the pain continued thank you so much. I will recommend you again in my life. You’re very kind.