What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're experiencing symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, or blurry vision that could point to diabetes or prediabetes. It's also a good option if you have a family history of diabetes or your routine screening showed a borderline blood sugar reading. The test tracks how your body handles sugar over time, giving a clearer picture than a single blood draw.

What happens after I get my results?

Your results will be available in your account, with each glucose reading shown next to its normal range so you can see exactly where you stand at each time point. If your levels come back high, simple next steps include cutting back on refined carbs and sugary drinks, adding more movement to your day, and retesting in a few months to track changes. If any reading is extremely high, seek medical care right away since that can signal a more urgent problem. You can download the full lab report from your account anytime, and the trends feature lets you compare this test to future ones to see how your blood sugar handling changes over time.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

Common signs include feeling unusually thirsty, needing to urinate more often, feeling tired even after resting, and noticing blurry vision. Unexplained weight loss, slow-healing cuts, or tingling in your hands and feet can also be warning signs. If you've had a borderline blood sugar result before or have a close relative with diabetes, it's worth checking even without obvious symptoms.

How can I naturally support healthy blood sugar?

Eating more fiber-rich foods like vegetables, beans, and whole grains helps slow down sugar absorption into your blood. Regular walking or exercise, especially after meals, helps your muscles use up sugar more efficiently. Cutting back on sugary drinks and refined snacks, staying hydrated, and getting consistent sleep all help keep your blood sugar steadier throughout the day.

When will I get my results?

Results are typically ready within about 7 days of your lab visit. Because this test involves multiple blood draws over a few hours, the lab needs a little extra time to process all six specimens together. You'll get a notification as soon as your results are posted to your account.

Who should consider this test?

This test is a good fit for anyone with symptoms of high blood sugar, a family history of diabetes, or a previous borderline glucose result. It's also useful for people who've been told they're at risk for diabetes due to weight, age, or lifestyle factors. Non-pregnant adults and children are appropriate candidates; pregnant women should ask about the separate pregnancy-specific glucose test instead.

What is glucose tolerance testing and why does it matter?

This test measures how well your body clears sugar from your blood after you drink a glucose solution, with blood drawn at several set time points. It matters because it can catch diabetes or prediabetes even when a single fasting blood sugar looks normal. Catching high blood sugar early gives you a chance to make changes before it leads to more serious health problems.

What does a high glucose result mean?

A glucose reading above 200 mg/dL at the 2-hour mark, along with a similarly high reading at another time point, suggests your body isn't clearing sugar from your blood as well as it should, which is a sign of diabetes. This happens when your body doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use insulin effectively. If your results are high, cutting added sugars, increasing physical activity, and losing excess weight if applicable are practical starting points, along with retesting to confirm the trend.

What causes high glucose levels?

High glucose levels are usually caused by your body either not producing enough insulin or not responding to insulin properly, both of which are hallmarks of diabetes. Being overweight, eating a diet high in sugar and refined carbs, lack of physical activity, and genetics all raise your risk. Certain medications and other health conditions can also push glucose levels higher.

How often should I retest?

If your results are normal but you have risk factors like family history or excess weight, retesting every 1-3 years is a reasonable interval. If your results were borderline or high, retesting in 3-6 months after making lifestyle changes can help you see if those changes are working. Your results report will also give guidance based on your specific numbers.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Glucose Tolerance Test - Diabetes Screening

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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