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C-peptide

Also known as: Insulin C-peptide
Related tests: Insulin, Glucose

Common Questions

1.  Can I do a C-peptide test at home?

No. The C-peptide test requires special equipment and training to perform. It is not done in every laboratory and often must be sent to a specialised laboratory.

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2.  If I need to go on an insulin pump, will I need a C-peptide test?

You may. Insulin pumps are usually recommended for those who are not producing their own insulin and who have to check their blood glucose and inject themselves with insulin several times a day. Sometimes a C-peptide test will be requested during an initial evaluation to check the function of your beta cells and to see if you are still producing some insulin.

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