GLUCOSE CHALLENGING TEST(GCT 1HOUR)

The glucose challenge test, also called the one-hour glucose tolerance test, measures the body's response to sugar, called glucose. The glucose challenge test is done during pregnancy. This test aims to check for diabetes that develops during pregnancy. That condition is called gestational diabetes. The test is done in two steps. The first is drinking a sugary drink. One hour later, blood sugar is measured. The results show whether gestational diabetes might be present. If the test results fall outside the standard range, more testing may be needed to diagnose gestational diabetes.