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A glucose tolerance test is a medical test that measures the body's ability to process glucose, a type of sugar that is the body's main source of energy. It is commonly used to diagnose diabetes and prediabetes, as well as other conditions that affect glucose metabolism.
The most common type of glucose tolerance test is the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). During an
Another type of glucose tolerance test is the intravenous glucose tolerance test (IVGTT). In this test, glucose
Abnormal results on a glucose tolerance test can indicate various conditions. Significantly elevated glucose levels during
The results of a glucose tolerance test are interpreted in conjunction with a person's medical history, symptoms,