GLUCOSE (POST PRANDIAL 2 Hrs.)
Requirements
Sample Required
FLOURIDE PLASMA
Gender
Male & Female
Collection At
Home & Lab
Preparations Required
After the meal, don't eat anything else before having the test. Plan to rest during the 2-hour waiting period, because exercise can decrease blood sugar level. Sample will be collected exactly 2 hours after your meal.
Age Group
0 – 99 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Consult your doctor before taking your medicines on the testing day because medicines may alter your test results.
For us, precision care, safe sample collection, timely delivery of reports, and precise reporting of patient results while adhering to health and safety precautions are the cornerstone of our success.
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Total Parameters Included(29)
Blood Glucose
Urine Glucose
10,000+
Tests Done
Doctors
Trusted By
Collection
Home
2013
Since
Overview
A Post Prandial Glucose test, also known as a 2-hour postprandial glucose test, measures the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood exactly 2 hours after consuming a meal. This test evaluates how well the body regulates blood sugar levels after a meal and is often used to diagnose and monitor conditions such as diabetes, prediabetes, and impaired glucose tolerance. The test helps healthcare providers assess insulin function, glucose metabolism, and blood sugar control.
Description
A Post Prandial Glucose test, specifically the 2-hour postprandial glucose test, is a blood test that measures the level of glucose in the blood exactly 2 hours after consuming a meal. This test is designed to assess the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar levels after a meal, providing valuable insights into insulin function, glucose metabolism, and blood sugar control. By measuring the glucose level 2 hours after eating, healthcare providers can evaluate how effectively the body is able to manage the influx of glucose from the meal, helping to diagnose and monitor conditions such as diabetes, prediabetes, and impaired glucose tolerance.
