Define the glucose tolerance test, Biology

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Q. Define the Glucose Tolerance Test?

In Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) if the blood sample is to be taken in the morning, patient is advised to follow fasting instructions i.e. patient will not eat food and drink water after dinner till morning or till blood sample is taken. A blood sample is drawn and fasting blood sugar (glucose) levels are checked. Then a specified amount of glucose dissolved in water is given to the patient to drink.

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