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Why is a glucose tolerance test required during pregnancy?

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Why is a glucose tolerance test required during pregnancy?

The glucose intolerance test is done during pregnancy to screen for gestational diabetes that develops during pregnancy.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Is 141 a high blood sugar?

Yes, it is slighlty more than normal one falls under the category prediabetes.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can a blood test for sugar show that a woman is pregnant?

No, it is not possible to detect pregnancy while perfoming blood test for sugar

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How long does the glucose tolerance test take?

The glucose intolerance test may take upto 3 hours to complete fully.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How is a glucose level of 64 mg/dl for a pregnant woman?

It indicates slightly low blood sugar levels

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What are the effects of high sugar levels 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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