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How to confirm if I have gestational diabetes?
How to confirm if I have gestational diabetes?
How to confirm if I have gestational diabetes?
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 12 Dec 2024
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How often should you test your estimated average glucose?
One should test average glucose atleast twice per year.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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 12 Dec 2024
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Should medication be taken before glucose testing?
It is advised not to take medications before glucose test until and unless advised by a physicianLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Is glucose testing the same as a blood sugar test?
Yes. However, oral glucose testing is diffrent from blood sugar test.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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INSULIN (FASTING)
Fasting Insulin, Insulin Serum, Insulin F
- Reports: Within 36 Hrs
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required