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Glucose Tolerance Test, Gestational, 4 Specimens (100 g) Blood Test
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Labcorp
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Quest Diagnostics
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| Price | Coming soon | $17.49 |
| Results in | — | ~5 business days |
| Sample type | — | Blood Plasma |
| Require fasting | — | Yes |
About the test
This test measures plasma glucose levels to help diagnose and manage carbohydrate metabolic disorders. It's particularly useful for identifying conditions of abnormally high (hyperglycemia) or low (hypoglycemia) blood sugar levels.
Who might consider it:
This test is crucial for pregnant individuals who may be at risk of gestational diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels that can affect pregnancy and the baby's health.
Included biomarkers & Reference ranges
| Biomarker | Reference range |
|---|---|
| Fasting Glucose Blood sugar measured after fasting, one of the primary tests used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes. | — |
| Glucose, 1-Hour (Post-Challenge) Your blood glucose one hour after the 100 g glucose drink in a four-sample pregnancy glucose tolerance test for gestational diabetes. | — |
| Glucose, 2-Hour (Post-Challenge) Your blood glucose two hours after the 100 g glucose drink in a four-sample pregnancy glucose tolerance test for gestational diabetes. | — |
| Glucose, 3-Hour Your blood glucose three hours after the 100 g glucose drink, the final sample of a pregnancy glucose tolerance test for gestational diabetes. | — |
Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.
Preparation
- Fasting for 8 hours before your blood draw is required.
- Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
- Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
How it works
- 1. Order online No referral or insurance
- 2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
- 3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
- 4. Get results Securely by email
- These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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