Instructions and Information for Procedures / Tests
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Procedure Name: Glucola Load Test
Department Responsible for performing Procedure:
Laboratory
Department Contact Information:
(770) 991-8155
Where to Report:
Enter the hospital at the Outpatient Entrance. Procede to the laboratory located on the first floor to register.
What to Bring:
- Physician Order
- Your insurance / Medicaid / Medicare card
- Driver's License / Photo Identification
- Any forms from your physician
- Please check with your insurance carrier for any authorization requirements.
Patient Instructions:
- You do not have to be fasting to have the test done.
- Follow any diet instructions your doctor has given you in preparation for the test.
- We ask that you do not start the test after 7:00 P.M., so that we may complete testing prior to 9:00 P.M.
- Please read the Procedure Information for additional instructions and information.
- Please follow any other specific instructions given to you by your doctor.
Procedure Information:
A Glucola Load Test is done to help your physician determine your body's ability to utilize the glucose you receive from you diet. A Glucola Load Test is frequently used to determine if a woman is at risk for gestational (pregnancy related) diabetes
Additional Information:
You do not need to schedule this test. These tests are performed Monday through Friday.