Glucose is one of the main sources of energy for the entire body.
It is essential for the functioning of muscles and the brain, helps to cope with stress, supports normal brain function, energizes the body's cells, participates in metabolic processes, and generally has a positive effect on the state of health of the body.
It is found in food products (sweets, juices, fruits and berries, white bread, potatoes, etc.), and is easily absorbed by the body. Excess glucose is sent to the liver and stored there in the form of a complex compound - glycogen.
What is the threat from glucose?
As always, nutrients are beneficial when they enter the body in moderate amounts.
The amount of glucose consumed by a person is balanced by the production of the hormone insulin.
Excessive intake of glucose in the body leads to the development of insulin resistance, obesity, and eventually to a threatening disease called diabetes.
Chronic fatigue, as the body does not receive energy due to improper glucose absorption;
Thirst because the body tries to get rid of excess sugars and excrete them through urine;
Dry skin due to disrupted fluid exchange in the body and overly thick blood;
Excess sugar destroys the walls of blood vessels, causing heart attacks and strokes;
Slow wound healing because a sweet environment increases the risks of bacterial and fungal infections.
Therefore, taking tests and regular visits to doctors are important conditions for maintaining health.
Why it is worth contacting the Family Laboratory for testing
It is important for a healthy person to take tests to monitor glucose levels at least once a year. If there is suspicion of developing insulin resistance or diabetes, the frequency of testing and which specific tests need to be taken is determined by a doctor.
The Family Laboratory conducts glucose tests and other biochemical tests in Uzhhorod, Kharkiv, and other cities in the country.
The advantages of the laboratory are:
speed of testing - most tests are ready within 1 day;
high qualification of the staff;
comfortable collection points in convenient locations;
high-tech equipment that allows for accurate results;
convenient receipt of results in electronic form via email and in a chat-bot.
