Afternoon,
I’m hoping someone with a little more knowledge may be able to assist.
A bit of background - Gestational diabetes with 3 pregnancies between ages 17-21. Diagnosed type 2 at 28, 8 years ago. Managed diet alone for a few years then Metformin for a few more until a very sudden large decline last year (HBa1c from 40-110). Placed on Novorapid and Semglee 6 weeks ago. My Mum was type 2 but re-diagnosed as 1.5 LADA.
I had a C-Peptide test 8 weeks ago when initially referred to diabetic clinic from GP. They felt I could also be a type 1.5 due to symptoms. I’ve just got the results back today which has firmly put me in the Type 2 category - 2,200pmol (2.2nmol) Whoever administrated the test has marked it as a fasting test so as far as the clinic are concerned I’m a type 2 and that’s that. However I was never asked to fast for the test as I didn’t know I was having it before arriving for my appointment. The test was done after a particularly unusual carby breakfast, I usually eat very low carb. This is backed up by the blood sugar test drawn at the same time that came back at 25.8 (astronomical, even for me!). A quick google suggests that post meal C-Peptide normal ranges are significantly higher and actually my result could be on the low side. Can anyone confirm?
Would you request a repeat test in my situation? I’m due a second appointment at the clinic shortly, although no letter as yet. I’m worried that they will refuse and can’t afford a private test currently. I’m just a bit disappointed after asking for one for so long for it to not actually be informative.
Thanks!