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Glucose 2 Hours OB
MessagePerformed in Chemistry
Test Code
GLUC 2 OB
Preferred Specimen
Green Li Hep
WyMCC - SST
WyMCC - SST
Other Acceptable Specimens
Gold/SST, Red
Instructions
Draw the fasting specimen. Administer 75 gram glucose load. Collect specimen 2 hours later.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
FDA Status
FDA Approved
Setup Schedule
Daily, Sunday through Saturday
Report Available
Less than 4 hours
Clinical Significance
Gestational diabetes is carbohydrate intolerance of variable severity with onset or first recognition during the present
pregnancy. The diabetes usually disappears after the birth of the baby but may be associated with an increased risk of
diabetes in the mother.
pregnancy. The diabetes usually disappears after the birth of the baby but may be associated with an increased risk of
diabetes in the mother.