What does the C Peptide Test Measure ?

A measurement of C-peptide levels is a simple and effective way to estimate a person's insulin levels. This is so because C-peptidase remains in the body for a longer time while insulin gets excreted or removed from the body faster. The C-Peptide Test is a diagnostic test to measure the amount of a peptide, C-peptide, in your blood or urine.

Why should I do the C Peptide Test ?

A C-peptide test is indicated if your doctor suspects the signs and symptoms of diabetes or if you already have diabetes. It may also be a tool used to measure the body's metabolic status if you've had your pancreas removed. The treating doctor may advise C peptide test to be done at Maurya Labs in your symptoms include:

To differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes

In established cases of type 1 diabetes, to quantify how much insulin the pancreas still makes

To determine the need and amount of insulin therapy in type 2 diabetics

To find out the causes of hypoglycemia

To check the status of a pancreatic tumour

How is the C-Peptide Test Done ?

The C Peptide test is a simple blood test with no need for fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home.At NABL Certified Maurya Labs the test is done on a machine called Fully Automatic Analyzer. The sample collection takes less than a minute.

Can C peptide be increased naturally?

Natural means to increase your C-peptide levels include:

Exercise - It pumps up not just you but also your pancreas to secrete more insulin and C-peptidase.

Omega-3 fatty acids - They are abundant in fatty fish like salmon and nuts and seeds like chia seeds, flaxseed, and walnuts.

Honey - It can act as a substitute for sugar.

Vitamin D - Getting more sun could be a great strategy to increase your vitamin D and C-peptide levels.