Question 1

Purpose of the Procedure

Accepted Answer

Early detection of gestational diabetes. Prevent pregnancy complications like fetal macrosomia. Ensure maternal safety from pregnancy-related hypertension.

Question 2

Procedure Steps

Accepted Answer

Drink a 50-gram glucose solution within 5 minutes. Wait in the laboratory for exactly one hour without eating. A blood sample is taken to measure glucose levels after the hour.

Question 3

Target Groups

Accepted Answer

All pregnant women between 24 and 28 weeks of gestation. Women with risk factors for developing diabetes. Expectant mothers with a family history of gestational diabetes.

Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy Today - 1-Hour Glucose Challenge Test (GCT)