DKB test panels
Quick answer: DKB panels are groups of tests listed by the hospital under this name. They are offered as packages for checking several aspects of health at once.
- SampleBlood and other samples
- TakesDepends on the panel; ask the hospital
- Before the testAsk the hospital what preparation is needed, as some panels may include fasting tests.
How the test is done
- 1Ask the hospital what tests your chosen DKB panel includes and how to prepare
- 2You register and give the samples needed, often blood and urine
- 3If fasting tests are included, these are collected first
- 4Any other tests in the panel are done during the same visit
What your results can mean
Reading your report
The exact list of tests in this package is available from the hospital; go through your results with your doctor.
If the result is outside the usual range
What an abnormal result means depends on which tests are in the panel. Ask the hospital what this package is for and go through any abnormal result with your doctor.
Who usually has this test
People whose doctor or the hospital has suggested one of these panels; ask the hospital who each panel is meant for.
Risks and aftercare
Blood tests may leave a small bruise; ask the hospital about any other tests in the panel.
Names and options
Also called: DKB 1, DKB 2, DKB 3, DKB 5
Options
- DKB 1
- DKB 2
- DKB 3
- DKB 5
Listed by the hospital as
- DKB -1
- DKB 2
- DKB 3
- DKB 5
Questions about this test
What does DKB stand for?
DKB is the name the hospital uses for these panels, and the meaning is not given in their list. Ask the hospital what DKB stands for and what each numbered panel covers.
What is the difference between DKB 1, DKB 2, DKB 3 and DKB 5?
The numbers likely refer to different groups of tests. Ask the hospital for the exact list in each panel so you can choose the one your doctor wants.
Do I need to fast for a DKB panel?
It depends on the tests included. Some panels may contain fasting blood sugar or lipid tests. Ask the hospital before your visit how long to fast, if at all.
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This page explains each test in general terms so you know what to expect. It is not medical advice: your doctor decides which tests you need and what your results mean. Reference ranges differ between laboratories. Updated 4 November 2026.