Glucose (2-hour postprandial)
This lab test measures your blood sugar. It is important as it can help diagnose diabetes mellitus.
Glucose (2-hour postprandial) Overview
Reviewed: April 21, 2014
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A blood glucose test measures the amount of a sugar (glucose) in a sample of your blood. A 2-hour post prandial test means that the test is done 2 hours after the start of a meal.
Glucose test is measured in milligram per deciliter (mg/dL). A normal level is less than 180 mg/dL.
Technique
Blood draw
What the results mean
A value higher than normal may indicate diabetes. See your doctor for further testing.
