How can I pass a blood glucose test during pregnancy?

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How can I pass a blood glucose test during pregnancy?

How can I pass a blood glucose test during pregnancy?

You just need to give your blood sample and test for existing conditions. One cannot to anything special to pass a test.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What is a glucose tolerance test?

The glucose tolerance test is a lab test to check how well your body moves sugar from the blood into tissues like muscle and fat

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Is glucose testing the same as a blood sugar test?

Yes. However, oral glucose testing is diffrent from blood sugar test.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why is a glucose tolerance test required during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, your body makes more hormones and goes through other changes, such as weight gain. These changes cause your body's cells to use insulin less effectively. Hence, a glucose tolerance test is mandatory to check for gestational diabetes.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Should medication be taken before glucose testing?

It is advised not to take medications before glucose test until and unless advised by a physician

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

If the blood glucose is 120mg, is it bad for your health?

Yes, you fall under prediabetes which can easily progress into diabetes.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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