A blood sample is collected from a vein in your arm and then analyzed.

Yes, it can detect elevated blood sugar levels, which may indicate diabetes.

No, this test can be done at any time of the day without fasting.

High levels may suggest diabetes or another metabolic disorder.

Results are usually available on the same day of testing.

Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

Neurologists treat conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, migraines, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurological disorders.

You should see a neurologist if you experience symptoms such as severe headaches, chronic pain, dizziness, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, or problems with coordination or memory.

Neurologists use tests such as MRI, CT scans, EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, lumbar punctures, and blood tests to diagnose neurological conditions.

Neurologists diagnose and treat neurological disorders with medication and other non-surgical methods, while neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures on the brain, spine, and nerves.

The surgery involves removing the inflamed appendix through an incision. Laparoscopic surgery uses smaller incisions and specialized tools.