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What is a glucose tolerance test?

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What is a glucose tolerance test?

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

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Should medication be taken before glucose testing?

No medications should be avoided before glucose testing.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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My blood sugar in pregnancy is 168. Is it high or normal?

No it falls under the category diabetes consult your doctor

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Is a blood sugar reading of 156 normal 2 hours after eating?

Yes, it is not that alarming. One falls under the category prediabetes.

Last 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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What happens if my glucose is high during pregnancy?

High blood glucose levels during pregnancy can also increase the chance that your baby will be born too early, weigh too much, or have breathing problems or low blood glucose right after birth. It can also induce still births in pregnant woman. Hence, speak with a doctor if glucose is high.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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