Plasma glucose 1.5 hrs after 75gm glu.
The Plasma Glucose test, conducted 1.5 hours after the administration of a 75-gram glucose dose, is a diagnostic tool used to assess the body's ability to metabolize glucose effectively. This test measures the concentration of glucose in the blood following a controlled glucose intake, providing valuable insights into insulin function and glucose metabolism. It is often used in the context of diagnosing conditions such as diabetes mellitus and gestational diabetes, as well as evaluating the risk of developing these conditions. By analyzing the plasma glucose levels at the 1.5-hour mark, healthcare providers can identify abnormalities in glucose handling that may indicate underlying metabolic issues, guiding appropriate interventions and management strategies.
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The plasma glucose test, particularly the one conducted 1.5 hours (90 minutes) after a 75-gram glucose challenge, is commonly part of the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). This test is used to assess how well your body processes glucose and is crucial for diagnosing diabetes and other conditions related to blood sugar regulation.
- Normal: Indicates normal glucose metabolism.
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance: Suggests prediabetes, indicating a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Diabetes: Confirms a diagnosis of diabetes, requiring further management and treatment.
Normal Range
For the 1.5-hour (90-minute) plasma glucose measurement:
- Normal Range: Less than 155 mg/dL (8.6 mmol/L)
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance (Prediabetes): 155-199 mg/dL (8.6-11.0 mmol/L)
- Diabetes: 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) or higher.
- Below Normal Range: May indicate hypoglycemia, though this is less common in OGTT.
- Within Normal Range: Suggests normal glucose metabolism, with no immediate risk of diabetes.
- Above Normal Range: Requires further evaluation for potential diabetes or other metabolic disorders.
Specimen and Sample Type
- Specimen: Blood
- Sample Type: Plasma (obtained from a blood sample)
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Plasma glucose 1.5 hrs after 75gm glucose
Plasma glucose 1.5 hrs after 75gm glu.
The Plasma Glucose test, conducted 1.5 hours after the administration of a 75-gram glucose dose, is a diagnostic tool used to assess the body's ability to metabolize glucose effectively. This test measures the concentration of glucose in the blood following a controlled glucose intake, providing valuable insights into insulin function and glucose metabolism. It is often used in the context of diagnosing conditions such as diabetes mellitus and gestational diabetes, as well as evaluating the risk of developing these conditions. By analyzing the plasma glucose levels at the 1.5-hour mark, healthcare providers can identify abnormalities in glucose handling that may indicate underlying metabolic issues, guiding appropriate interventions and management strategies.
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