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What is a blood glucose test?
A blood glucose test is a blood test that screens for diabetes by measuring
the level of glucose (sugar) in a person’s blood.
How can one tell if I have diabetes by examining my blood?
Your body converts sugar, also ca... |
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Gestational diabetes is a condition characterized by high
blood glucose (sugar) levels that are discovered during pregnancy. About 3%-5%
of all pregnant women in the U.S. are diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
What causes gestational diabetes?
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What is an oral glucose tolerance test?
The oral glucose tolerance test is performed to screen for gestational
diabetes. This test involves quickly drinking a sweetened liquid (called Glucola),
which contains 50 g of glucose. The body absorbs this gluco... |
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There are many forms of insulin. They are classified by how fast they start
to work and how long their effects last.
The types of insulin include:
Rapid acting
Short acting
Intermediate acting
Long acting
Pre-mixed
What type o... |
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