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Diabetes
This test is ideal to determine if you have diabetes, if you are at high risk of developing diabetes, or if you wonder they might be at high risk of developing diabetes due to being overweight, have a large waist size and low levels of exercise
Monitor Diabetes — Or Detect It Before It Starts
A qualified nurse visits your home to take a professional blood sample. We test for HbA1c — the gold-standard marker for diagnosing or managing Type 2 diabetes
Whether you’re managing diabetes or just want to stay ahead of it — knowledge is power.
High blood sugar often creeps in silently. You may feel fine, but inside, your body could be struggling to regulate glucose. Left unchecked, that can lead to Type 2 diabetes — and long-term damage to your heart, nerves, kidneys, and more.
Our at-home diabetes blood test makes it easy to find out where you stand, without waiting months for a GP appointment or wrestling with unreliable DIY kits.
What This Test Measures
We test for HbA1c — a powerful marker of your average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months.
This gives you:
- ✅ A clear picture of whether you’re in the normal, pre-diabetic, or diabetic range
- ✅ Insight into how well your current lifestyle or medication is working
- ✅ A trackable baseline to monitor changes over time
Perfect For You If You:
- Are currently managing Type 2 diabetes and want to track your progress
- Have a family history of diabetes and want to catch early signs
- Are experiencing fatigue, thirst, or frequent urination
- Want to stay proactive about your long-term health
- Are frustrated with NHS delays or past finger-prick kits that didn’t work
Why Choose This Test?
| Feature | DIY Kits | GP/NHS | Bloodtest.co.uk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | ❌ Inconsistent samples | ✅ | ✅ Lab-grade accuracy (venous draw) |
| Convenience | ✅ Post it yourself | ❌ Long wait times | ✅ Nurse visits your home |
| Speed | ⚠️ Postal delays | ❌ Variable | ✅ Results within 7 days |
| Comfort | ❌ Self-prick | ⚠️ Clinic setting | ✅ Handled by professionals |
| Trust | ❌ Limited support | ✅ | ✅ Doctor-reviewed, shareable PDF report |
What’s Included:
- ✅ HbA1c blood test — gold-standard for diabetes detection
- ✅ Nurse home visit — no self-sampling required
- ✅ Lab testing — performed by UK-accredited professionals
- ✅ PDF results — emailed discreetly within 7 days
- ✅ GP-shareable format — easy to review with your doctor
Testing for diabetes
- ✅ Over 2,000 tests completed across the UK
- ✅ Trusted by patients, athletes, and health-conscious professionals
- ✅ NHS-comparable testing standards
- ✅ 100% secure and confidential
How often should I have a diabetes blood test?
We recommend testing your blood for diabetes, as a routine check yearly.
Nurse appointments fill up fast — book now to secure your preferred date.
Other Questions
- Family history of Type 2 diabetes
- Overweight
- Obese
- Tiredness
- Excessive thirst
- Excessive need to urinate
- Genital itching
- Weight loss
A blood test will check on:
- Diabetes
For best results (if medically suitable) it is advisable to fast (water is allowed) 12 hours prior to the test.
Collection method: Venous blood
Results available: 1-2 days after the sample has reached the laboratory
HbA1c
HbA1c also known as glycated haemoglobin or glycosylated haemoglobin. This test will measure how well your blood sugar level has been controlled over the past 3 months. The results can be indicative of pre or Type 2 diabetes.
How it Works
1. Order a Test
Answer the Questions about why you’re taking the test.
Our nurse will contact you for dates, so they can take your blood sample at your home.
Our nurse will then send your sample to our laboratory.
2. Our laboratory team run the tests
Our skilled laboratory staff conduct your blood tests in a clean and secure environment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Each test follows strict protocols to maintain the highest quality standards.
3. Receive Your Results within 7 days
We will email you to inform you that your blood test results are ready.
The email will have a PDF report attached, sent directly to your inbox.
4. Monitor your levels over time
With regular ongoing tests and reports, you can track your results. The reports can be shared with your GP.
Check if you’re improving healthily or where changes could be made.
