Diabetes and metabolic blood tests
Single blood tests for blood sugar control, insulin and metabolic health, including HbA1c. Choose single tests here, book them on their own or add them to a panel, and a GP reviews any result outside the normal range.
Not near Sutton Coldfield? Have this blood test anywhere in the UK
We offer blood tests across the UK through our partner network: have your sample taken at The Vesey or at a partner clinic near you, anywhere in the UK and Ireland. A Health Advisor books it for you on a free 15-minute call, and your results come back to The Vesey for our GPs to review.
HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the last two to three months and is the usual test for diagnosing and monitoring type 2 diabetes. Glucose and insulin add detail.
Diabetes and metabolic tests
Prices include laboratory analysis and GP review of any result outside the normal range. Turnaround is the laboratory's typical time once your sample arrives.
| Test | Typical lab turnaround | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adiponectin Adiponectin — metabolic risk · Blood sample | 48 hours | £155 | Add to my tests |
| C-peptide C-peptide — insulin production · Blood sample | Next day | £93 | Add to my tests |
| Fructosamine 2–3 week average blood sugar · Blood sample | Next day | £53 | Add to my tests |
| Glucose Diabetes screening · Blood sample | Next day | £36 | Add to my tests |
| HbA1c 3-month average blood sugar · Blood sample | Next day | £44 | Add to my tests |
| Insulin Insulin — resistance & hypoglycaemia · Blood sample | Next day | £62 | Add to my tests |
| Leptin Leptin — appetite & metabolic risk · Blood sample | Next day | £76 | Add to my tests |
| Resistin Resistin — insulin resistance · Blood sample | Next day | £49 | Add to my tests |
How it works
- 1Choose and book
Book a panel, or tick single tests on our build-your-own page and book one appointment. No referral needed.
- 2Give your sample
At The Vesey in Sutton Coldfield, or at a partner clinic near you, arranged on a free call.
- 3Laboratory analysis
Your sample is analysed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. Turnaround times are shown for each test.
- 4GP-reviewed results
A GP reviews any result outside the normal range, and you can book a follow-up appointment to discuss it.
Diabetes and metabolic FAQs
How much is a single diabetes and metabolic test?
Single tests in this category cost from £36 to £155. The price includes laboratory analysis and GP review of any result outside the normal range.
How do I book single tests?
Tick the tests you want on our build-your-own page, see the total, and book one appointment. One blood sample covers all of them where the sample type allows.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book online without a referral.
Who analyses and reviews my results?
Samples are analysed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. A GP at The Vesey reviews any result outside the normal range and can arrange a follow-up appointment to discuss it.
Can I have the test away from Sutton Coldfield?
Yes, for most tests. Book a free call and a Health Advisor arranges your sample at a partner clinic near you, anywhere in the UK and Ireland. Your results come back to The Vesey.