Preferred Term:
glucose tolerance tests
Definition:
A test to determine the ability of an individual to maintain homeostasis of blood glucose. It includes measuring blood glucose levels in a fasting state, and at prescribed intervals before and after oral glucose intake (75 or 100 g) or intravenous infusion (0.5 g/kg).
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
NALT Full
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- intravenous glucose-tolerance test
- oral glucose tolerance test
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/229208
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