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A Glucose Postprandial (PP), 2 hours (Post meal) test is also known as two hour PPG or two-hour post prandial blood sugar test. The term postprandial means after a meal. This test helps to detect diabetes. It measures the levels of glucose (sugar) after 2 hours a meal is taken. 
 The glucose postprandial test is done: 
 &bull; To detect the presence of diabetes &bull; To detect any other insulin-related disorder &bull; To screen for gestational diabetes (diabetes at the time of pregnancy)

Liver function tests are also known as LFT or Liver Panel or Liver Profile or Hepatic Function Tests. These are blood tests that help to diagnose and monitor any kind of liver disease or damage. They help in measuring the levels of certain enzymes and proteins present in the blood. They help in assessing the normal functioning of the liver. 
 The Liver function Test is done: 
 &bull; To evaluate the function of liver periodically &bull; To screen for any kind of liver infections/conditions/diseases such as hepatitis &bull; To monitor the progression of liver disease such as alcoholic or viral hepatitis &bull; In cases of signs of liver damage such as jaundice &bull; To check extent of liver damage such as in case of cirrhosis of liver &bull; To monitor the progress of treatment ongoing for liver conditions/diseases &bull; In cases when there is risk for injury to liver &bull; To monitor in the cases where there are chances of getting side effects due to medications on liver

A lipid profile is also known as lipid panel or coronary risk panel or cholesterol panel or lipid test. It measures the levels of lipids such as low density lipoproteins (LDL), high density lipoproteins (HDL), very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), cholesterol, triglycerides, total cholesterol, non high density lipoprotein cholesterol, and cholesterol/HDL ratio in the blood. It helps to screen and monitor the risk factors of heart (cardiovascular) diseases. 
 The lipid profile test is done: 
 &bull; To screen for any kind of heart conditions or diseases &bull; To evaluate levels of different types of cholesterol in the blood in persons having risk factors of heart diseases such as having a family history of high cholesterol or heart attack, overweight, diabetes, smoking, and old age &bull; To assess the risk of developing heart conditions or diseases &bull; To monitor the treatment of ongoing heart conditions or diseases

A complete urine examination comprises a series of steps which helps to detect diseases or conditions such as diabetes, liver or kidney problems, urinary tract problems etc. The steps include visual, chemical, and microscopic examination of the urine. The visual examination helps in assessment of colour and clarity of the urine. The chemical examination detects different substances in the urine. The microscopic examination identifies bacteria, mucus, cells, crystals, and other compounds in the urine. 
 The complete urine examination is done: 
 &bull; As a part of a routine check-up &bull; To diagnose conditions/diseases such as kidney or liver problems, urinary tract infections, congestive heart failure, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders &bull; To monitor the treatment of conditions like diabetes or kidney diseases

A glucose fasting test is also known as fasting blood glucose (FBG) or fasting blood sugar (FBS) test. This test measures the amount of glucose (sugar) present in blood after fasting for 10-12 hours. 
 The Glucose fasting blood test is done: 
 &bull; To screen or detect pre-diabetes and diabetes &bull; To detect abnormal levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood such as hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) or hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) &bull; To monitor the levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood in diabetics undergoing treatment

A renal (kidney) panel is a group of tests that helps to evaluate the functioning of the kidney. The levels of various substances are measured which include minerals, electrolytes, proteins, and glucose (sugar) in the blood. The panel helps to determine the current health of the kidneys. 
 The renal profile test is done: 
 &bull; As a routine check-up &bull; To screen for kidney diseases in persons having risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes &bull; To diagnose kidney disorders or diseases &bull; To monitor the treatment of kidney diseases

The HbA1c, Glycated hemoglobin test is also known as hemoglobin A1C test or glycosylated hemoglobin test. It is a common blood test that is used to diagnose type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It helps in monitoring the management of diabetes. It measures the average levels of blood glucose (sugar) for the past two to three months. It specifically measures the percentage of hemoblogin (Hb) (protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen) which is coated with sugar (glycated). 
 Blood glucose will capture the changes in blood sugar that occur on a daily basis, the highs and the lows. The HbA1c is an indication that ""in general"" if glucose has been elevated over the last few months or ""in general"" it has been normal. 
 The HbA1c, Glycated hemoglobin test is done: 
 &bull; To identify if a person has a risk of developing diabetes in future &bull; To confirm the diagnosis of diabetes &bull; To monitor the treatment plan of diabetes

The Uric acid &ndash; Serum test measures the levels of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is a waste product that is produced normally when the body breaks down chemicals known as purines. These are the substances that are found in the cells of the body and in some of the foods. 
 The Uric acid &ndash; Serum test is done: 
 &bull; To diagnose gout &bull; To find the cause of kidney stones &bull; To monitor the levels of uric acid in patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy

A glucose, random test is also known as random blood glucose test. This test measures the amount of glucose (sugar) present in the blood. 
 The Glucose random blood test is done: 
 &bull; To screen or detect pre-diabetes and diabetes &bull; To detect abnormal levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood such as hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) or hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) &bull; To monitor the levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood in diabetics undergoing treatment

Urea test is also known as blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test. It helps to evaluate the kidney function and monitor the effectiveness of kidney treatment such as dialysis. 
 The creatinine test is also known as blood creatinine test. This test measures the levels of creatinine in the blood. It helps to evaluate the functioning of kidneys, diagnose kidney disorders and monitor the treatment for kidney disease. 
 The urea and creatinine test is done: 
 &bull; As a routine check-up &bull; To diagnose any kind of kidney diseases &bull; To monitor the levels of creatinine in case of ongoing treatment for kidney diseases &bull; In case of kidney problems or diseases

LDL stands for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. The Direct LDL test helps to determine the risk of developing heart disease. It also helps to monitor the ongoing treatment of heart diseases. It determines the levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. 
 The Direct LDL test is done: 
 &bull; In case of high levels of triglycerides &bull; In case of conditions that affect the accuracy of calculated levels of LDL.

The Potassium &ndash; Serum / Plasma test helps to determine the levels of potassium, to detect the cause of electrolyte imbalance, to monitor the ongoing treatment for potassium levels. 
 The Potassium &ndash; Serum / Plasma test is done: 
 &bull; As a part of electrolyte or metabolic panel &bull; To diagnose electrolyte imbalance &bull; In case of symptoms such as muscle weakness or irregular heartbeat &bull; In case of high blood pressure &bull; In case of kidney disease