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What are the indications of oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)?
What are the indications of oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)?
What are the indications of oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)?
Oral glucose test is ordered when fasting glucose test is high but not high enough to fall under the category diabetes.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Why is the postprandial glucose test done at a 2-hour mark?
It is done to diagnose diabetes such as fasting glucose. However, post prandial is done after 2 hours to check how the body stores sugar in muscles after food consumption after 2 hours.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What should I not eat the night before a glucose test?
Avoid eating high sugar foods and drinks a night before the test for sugar not to spike and one gets a normal glucose test.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How to tell if you have diabetes during pregnancy?
Get the test done and if your fasting levels are more than 140mg/dl then consult with a diabetologistLast updated on 09 Dec 2024
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On my blood test, my glucose level was an 85. Is this bad?
No it is not bad it is within the range.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required