Glucose Tolerance Test
Glucose Tolerance Test
The Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT), pronounced as /ɡluːkoʊs tɔːlərəns tɛst/, is a medical procedure used to diagnose diabetes mellitus and gestational diabetes. The etymology of the term originates from the Latin word 'glucosum' meaning 'sweet wine', and the English word 'tolerance', referring to the body's ability to tolerate the glucose load.
Procedure
The Glucose Tolerance Test involves the administration of a glucose solution orally or intravenously to the patient. The patient's blood glucose levels are then measured at regular intervals to assess how well the body processes the glucose. The test usually takes about two to three hours to complete.
Interpretation
The results of the Glucose Tolerance Test are interpreted based on the blood glucose levels at different time intervals. A higher than normal blood glucose level may indicate the presence of diabetes mellitus or gestational diabetes.
Related Terms
- Fasting plasma glucose test
- Oral glucose tolerance test
- Intravenous glucose tolerance test
- Insulin resistance
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypoglycemia
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