Glucose

Also known as: Blood sugar; blood glucose; BSL; oral glucose tolerance test; OGTT; GTT

Related tests: Insulin, C-peptide, urine glucose, HbA1c, microalbumin, home testing

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To determine whether or not your blood glucose level is within normal ranges; to screen for, diagnose, and monitor diabetes, and (low blood glucose)

When to Get Tested?

If you have symptoms suggesting (high blood glucose) or , or if you are pregnant; if you are diabetic, up to several times a day to monitor glucose levels

Sample Required?

A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm, or for a self check, a drop of blood from your finger

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