Metabolic Panel Test in Casablanca
Comprehensive Metabolic Syndrome Screening
Metabolic Panel Testing at TEKlaB Laboratory
Metabolic syndrome affects nearly 30% of adults in Morocco. This comprehensive panel screens for the key metabolic disorders that increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
What's Included in the Metabolic Panel
Glucose Tests
Fasting glucose, HbA1c for diabetes screening and monitoring
Insulin Resistance
Fasting insulin, HOMA-IR index to detect insulin resistance early
Lipid Profile
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, VLDL, ratios
Kidney Function
Creatinine, urea, uric acid - metabolic syndrome affects kidneys
Who Should Get a Metabolic Panel?
- Overweight/Obese individuals - BMI over 25 or waist circumference over 94cm (men) / 80cm (women)
- Adults over 40 - Risk increases with age, especially in Morocco
- Family history - Diabetes, heart disease, or stroke in the family
- High blood pressure - Hypertension is a key component of metabolic syndrome
- Physical inactivity - Sedentary lifestyle increases risk
- PCOS patients - Polycystic ovary syndrome linked to insulin resistance
- Previous abnormal results - Follow-up testing for borderline glucose or cholesterol
What is Metabolic Syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together:
- Abdominal obesity (waist circumference ≥94cm men, ≥80cm women)
- High triglycerides (≥150 mg/dL)
- Low HDL cholesterol (<40 mg/dL men, <50 mg/dL women)
- High blood pressure (≥130/85 mmHg)
- High fasting glucose (≥100 mg/dL)
Having 3 or more of these = Metabolic Syndrome
Preparation for Metabolic Panel
- Fasting required: 10-12 hours (water OK, no food or drinks)
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before test
- Continue regular medications unless told otherwise by your doctor
- Avoid heavy exercise 24 hours before testing
- Best tested in the morning (7:30-10:00 AM)
Understanding Your Results
| Test | Normal Range | At Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Fasting Glucose | <100 mg/dL | ≥100 mg/dL |
| HbA1c | <5.7% | ≥5.7% |
| Fasting Insulin | <25 mIU/L | ≥25 mIU/L |
| Triglycerides | <150 mg/dL | ≥150 mg/dL |
| HDL Cholesterol | ≥40 mg/dL (men) ≥50 mg/dL (women) | <40/50 mg/dL |
| LDL Cholesterol | <100 mg/dL | ≥130 mg/dL |
Why Metabolic Testing Matters in Morocco
Morocco has seen rising rates of metabolic syndrome due to:
- Dietary changes - Increased consumption of processed foods and sugary drinks
- Urbanization - Less physical activity, more sedentary jobs
- Obesity epidemic - Over 50% of Moroccan adults are overweight
- Genetic predisposition - North African populations have higher diabetes risk
Early detection through metabolic panel testing can prevent serious complications including heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and type 2 diabetes.
Hours
- Mon-Fri07:30-19:00
- Saturday08:30-17:00
- Sunday09:00-14:00
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