C-PEPTIDE 24 HRS URINE

What this test checks

C-peptide is released alongside insulin. Measuring it over 24 hours gives a full picture of how much insulin your pancreas is producing.

Why do people get this test?

Used to classify diabetes (type 1 vs type 2) and to evaluate certain unusual blood sugar problems.

When you should consider this test

• Determining type of diabetes
• Investigating unexplained low blood sugar
• Specialist diabetes work-up

How to prepare

24-hour urine collection — container and instructions provided.