Purpose of the Procedure
- Early detection of gestational diabetes.
- Prevent pregnancy complications like fetal macrosomia.
- Ensure maternal safety from pregnancy-related hypertension.
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The 1-hour GCT is a vital screening for expectant mothers between 24-28 weeks. It helps detect gestational diabetes early, ensuring a safer pregnancy journey for both you and your baby.
Scientific name: 1-Hour Glucose Challenge Test (GCT)
A routine screening test measuring the body's response to sugar during pregnancy. After drinking a glucose solution, blood is drawn one hour later to monitor glucose levels accurately.
Service type
Laboratory test
Duration
60-75 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Glucose Solution (50g)
- Blood Sample Collection
- Result Analysis
Medical Service Information
Procedure Steps
- 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.
Target Groups
- 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.
Conditions & Notices
- Test is performed between weeks 24 and 28 of pregnancy
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