Question

Explain the significance of an elevated 2hr post challenge glucose value.

Answer 1

Two-Hour Postprandial Glucose :

It is a blood test to check for diabetes. If Someone has diabetes, the body doesn't make enough insulin to keep the blood sugar in check. This means the blood sugar levels are too high, and over time it can lead to serious health problems including nerve and eye damage.

The test is done to see how the body responds to sugar and starch after eating a meal. As body digest the food in the stomach, blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels rise sharply. In response,pancreas releases insulin to help move these sugars from the blood into the cells of muscles and other tissues to be used for fuel. Within two hours of eating, insulin and blood glucose levels should return to normal. If the blood glucose levels remain high, body may have diabetes.

You may need this test if your healthcare provider wants to see if you have diabetes or another insulin-related disorder, especially if you have symptoms such as:

• Frequent urination

• Unusual thirst

• Blurred vision

• Tiredness

• Repeated infections

• Sores that heal slowly