Glucose test
Glucose Test
A Glucose Test (pronounced: /ˈɡlo͞oˌkōs test/) is a medical procedure that measures the amount of glucose in a person's blood. Glucose, a type of sugar, is the main source of energy for the body's cells. The results of a glucose test can be used to diagnose or monitor diabetes.
Etymology
The term "glucose" comes from the Greek word "glykys," which means sweet. The suffix "-ose" is used in biochemistry to name sugars. The term "test" comes from the Old French "test," meaning small vessel.
Procedure
A glucose test typically involves drawing blood from a vein. The blood is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. There are several types of glucose tests, including:
- Fasting blood sugar test: This test measures the amount of glucose in the blood after an overnight fast.
- Random blood sugar test: This test is a random measure of blood glucose levels.
- Oral glucose tolerance test: For this test, the person consumes a high-glucose drink, and blood samples are taken at intervals to measure how well the body processes the glucose.
Related Terms
- Hyperglycemia: This is a condition characterized by an excessively high level of glucose in the blood.
- Hypoglycemia: This is a condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose in the blood.
- Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test: This blood test indicates your average blood sugar level for the past two to three months.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glucose test
- Wikipedia's article - Glucose test
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