Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) | Lahalak Platform
Accurate assessment of your body's ability to process sugar over time, aiding in the early diagnosis of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.
Scientific name: Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)
The Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) is a functional dynamic test that assesses the body's ability to regulate blood glucose in response to a standardized oral glucose load. It measures blood plasma glucose levels at specific times: before ingestion (fasting), one hour, and two (and often three) hours after ingestion. It detects impaired glucose...
Service type
Preventive Medical Screening
Duration
2-3 hours
Fasting
8-12 hours fasting
Included Services
- Perform a complete glucose tolerance test (OGTT) with multiple time measurements
- Consult an internist or endocrinologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Mandatory fasting for 8-12 hours before starting the test.
- Eat a normal diet containing carbohydrates (at least 150g/day) for 3 days before the test. Avoid low-carbohydrate diets immediately before the test as they may give false results.
- Inform your doctor about all medications, as some (such as corticosteroids, thiazide diuretics) may affect the results.
- The test should be postponed in case of acute illness (cold, inflammation), because stress may temporarily raise blood sugar.
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