What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition where the body cannot keep blood glucose levels in the normal range. When we eat food it is broken down in our gut and glucose levels in our blood start to rise. High glucose levels can cause damage to blood vessels so the pancreas produces a chemical called insulin which takes glucose out of the blood and stores it safely, ready to be released when energy is needed.
Diabetes is when the pancreas is not able to produce enough insulin, or the body stops responding to insulin. The common symptoms that people experience are thirst, passing lots of urine, tiredness and frequent urine infections.
Do not worry about determining for yourself which, if any, diabetes test you need. This is something that your doctor will be able to determine and explain during your consultation. All our tests are available same day with some of the fastest results in London. One of our doctors will take the time to explain to you what your test results mean and put in place any appropriate next steps based on those results.
How it works
1. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
2. MEET WITH A DOCTOR
3. RECEIVE YOUR RESULTS
4. FOLLOW UP (OPTIONAL)
Types of Blood Test
Diabetes & related tests
| Test | Price | Lab results * |
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| DocTap Health Screen | £99 | 2 days |
HAEMATOLOGY FBC with 5-part Diff BIOCHEMISTRY Urea and Electrolytes Liver Function Tests Lipid Profile Glycosylated Haemoglobin |
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| DocTap Unwell Patient Screen | £139 | 2 days |
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HAEMATOLOGY FBC with 5-part Diff BIOCHEMISTRY Urea and Electrolytes Liver Function Tests Glycosylated Haemoglobin ENDOCRINOLOGY Thyroid profile |
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| DocTap Over 40s Male Screen | £119 | 2 days |
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HAEMATOLOGY FBC with 5-part Diff BIOCHEMISTRY Urea and Electrolytes Liver Function Tests Lipid Profile Glycosylated Haemoglobin TUMOUR MARKERS Prostate Specific Antigen (Total) |
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| Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile | £84 | 1 days |
| HAEMATOLOGY FBC with 5-part Diff BIOCHEMISTRY Urea and Electrolytes Liver Function Tests Cardiac/Muscle Enzymes Bone Markers Glucose |
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| General Well Person Profile | £139 | 1 days |
Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS |
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| Diabetic Profile 1 | £74 | 1 days |
Glucose |
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| Diabetic Profile 2 | £126 | 3 working days |
Glucose |
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| DL1L Biochemistry Profile plus HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol | £65 | 1 days |
Urea and Electrolytes Liver Function Tests Cardiac/Muscle Enzymes Bone Markers Glucose |
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| Glucose | £44 | 1 days |
| Glucose Tolerance Test (Extended) - TAKEN AT LAB ONLY | £139 | 2 working days |
| Glucose Tolerance Test (Short) - TAKEN AT LAB ONLY | £105 | 2 working days |
| Glucose Tolerance with Insulin - TAKEN AT LAB ONLY | £299 | 2 working days |
| HbA1c | £55 | 1 days |
| Insulin | £70 | 1 days |
| Insulin Resistance (Fasting) | £93 | 1 days |
| Magnesium (Whole blood) | £102 | 5 working days |
| Well Man Profile plus HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol | £175 | 1 days |
Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS |
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| Well Woman Profile plus HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol | £175 | 1 days |
Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS |
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* Please note that the lab results are estimates and can vary. Tests taken after 1pm will be classified as the following day for timing purposes. You will receive a written analysis of your results within 1 working day of them being available from the laboratory. It is often possible for the doctor who reviews your results to be the same doctor who requested them. This is considered medical best practice but will add an additional 1 working day to the timings. If you have multiple tests then we shall wait to report on them together unless the first results highlight any reason for concern. Sometimes the preliminary results will determine that additional tests need to be carried out on your sample. If this is the case then your results will take longer. There is no additional charge for this service.
Why Choose DocTap?
DocTap seek to provide the most convenient, fastest, effective and best value private blood testing service in London. With 9 blood test centres across London and same day appointments available 7 days a week, it has never been easier to book a diabetes test. We are proud to partner with The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) which has a worldwide reputation for excellence.
Unlike many organisations, you will see a UK accredited GP who will be able to offer their expert option on what test is most appropriate for you. Your results will also be accompanied by a written analysis of what they mean and what your doctor advises you to do next. Should additional treatment be required, or if you simply wish to discuss the results in more detail, then you can book a 15 minute follow up consultation for only £25. This can either be at any DocTap clinic or over the phone. When booking your follow up consultation you can request to see you original doctor if you wish (subject to their availability).
Should you require a full consulation before deciding to have a diabetes test then there may be insufficient time to also take a blood sample in the appointment. In that case you can choose to either go to our walk in laboratory by Oxford Street (£15 phlebotomy fee applies) or to make a second appointment for the doctor to take the bloods.
What are the different types of diabetes?
In medicine we recognise two forms of diabetes that we call Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetes is when the pancreas stops producing insulin altogether and is usually in younger people. These people need to inject themselves with insulin regularly to avoid getting ill from very high glucose levels in their blood.
Type 2 diabetes is when the pancreas produces less insulin (although usually still makes some), and the body stops responding to the insulin. These people may be able to control this by improving their diet or may need tablets. If their blood sugars remain high then some people will need insulin injections. Please book an appointment with one of our doctors to discuss type 2 diabetes diagnosis or type 2 diabetes tests.
Book a Diabetes Test Today
Our doctors are available now and can perform diagnosis and blood tests for over 1000 conditions. To see a GP regarding a diabetes test or for any other reason book an appointment now and start feeling better right away.