1.Above-normal results for the oral glucose tolerance test*
Fasting | 95 or higher |
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At 1 hour | 180 or higher |
At 2 hours | 155 or higher |
At 3 hours | 140 or higher |
Note: Some labs use other numbers for this test. *These numbers are for a test using a drink with 100 grams of glucose. |
2.The following chart shows blood glucose targets for most women with gestational diabetes. Talk with your health care team about whether these targets are right for you.
Blood glucose targets for most women with gestational diabetes:
On awakening | not above 95 |
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1 hour after a meal | not above 140 |
2 hours after a meal | not above 120 |
Each time you check your blood glucose, write down the results in a record book. Take the book with you when you visit your health care team. If your results are often out of range, your health care team will suggest ways you can reach your targets.
3.CDC's info:
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