Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Category:
Daniel Recommends Glucose Tolerance & Insulin
OGTT, Insulin
Test Code: 23475, 561
Specimen Type: Blood
Description:
Daniel Recommends Glucose Tolerance & Insulin
This package was created for Daniel Trevor, author of Unholy Trinity: How Carbs, Sugar, and Oils Make Us Fat, Sick, and Addicted and How to Escape Their Grip. Any Request A Test customer can order the Daniel Recommends testing packages.
This package includes:
Fasting Insulin
Glucose Tolerance Test - 2 Hour (3 blood draws)
The turnaround time for these tests is typically 1-2 business days.
Where can I find the Daniel Recommends Glucose Tolerance & Insulin Test near me?
Check our lab finder to locate a collection site in your area.
Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Fasting should be observed prior to collection for 8-14 hours.
For the Glucose Tolerance Test:
People taking this test should be active and eat a regular diet that includes at least 150 grams of carbohydrates daily for three days prior to the test.
It is advised to discontinue, whenever possible, all nonessential medication that can affect glucose metabolism at least three days before testing. Please consult your doctor regarding any medications and how they may affect this test.
The Glucose Tolerance Test is collected as 3 specimens. Fasting, 1 hour and 2 hours after drinking a glucose solution at the lab. Please ensure to schedule at least 2 hours of time for your collection.
This package was created for Daniel Trevor, author of Unholy Trinity: How Carbs, Sugar, and Oils Make Us Fat, Sick, and Addicted and How to Escape Their Grip. Any Request A Test customer can order the Daniel Recommends testing packages.
This package includes:
Fasting Insulin
Glucose Tolerance Test - 2 Hour (3 blood draws)
The turnaround time for these tests is typically 1-2 business days.
Where can I find the Daniel Recommends Glucose Tolerance & Insulin Test near me?
Check our lab finder to locate a collection site in your area.
Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Fasting should be observed prior to collection for 8-14 hours.
For the Glucose Tolerance Test:
People taking this test should be active and eat a regular diet that includes at least 150 grams of carbohydrates daily for three days prior to the test.
It is advised to discontinue, whenever possible, all nonessential medication that can affect glucose metabolism at least three days before testing. Please consult your doctor regarding any medications and how they may affect this test.
The Glucose Tolerance Test is collected as 3 specimens. Fasting, 1 hour and 2 hours after drinking a glucose solution at the lab. Please ensure to schedule at least 2 hours of time for your collection.