? Stress induced elevated BG

[Fern and Justine]

I have a 1 1/2 yr old female rescue, named JoJo. I adopted her when she was 5 months old. I brought her in for a wellness checkup, and had them run bloodwork just to have an idea of what her normal numbers are. Her BG result was 255. Normal range is 72-175.

I was wondering if this is a normal elevation due to vet stress, or if such a young cat who NEVER ate dry food or any gravy canned foods and who weighs in at a healthy 9.9 lbs could be diabetic. She is fed Wellness grain free pate canned food only.

Any input is appreciated. Thanks... Fern

 

[Chris & China (GA)]

It's totally possible that was just from stress.

Did they do a fructosamine test? Did they test her urine for glucose?

You can always get a human glucose meter and test her at home to see what kind of numbers she gets when she's not stressed

 

[Fern and Justine]

Thanks for your reply. I will call them tomorrow to add on a fructosamine test . GREAT IDEA!!! They did tell me to bring in a urine sample within the next 2 weeks. I've been stalking the litter box since I arrived home from work.

 

[Chris & China (GA)]

I've been stalking the litter box since I arrived home from work.

You can use aquarium gravel (well rinsed) as a replacement for litter.....it won't absorb the urine so you can get a sample.

You can also use dried beans.