Which Blood Test Is Performed to Measure the Level of Glucose

question 151

Multiple Choice

Which blood test is performed to measure the level of glucose after the patient has not eaten for at least 12 hours?

• A)fasting blood sugar
• B)cortisol level
• C)glucose tolerance test
• D)glucose self-testing

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Definitions:

Suprapubic Catheter

Catheter surgically inserted through abdomen into bladder.

Prostatectomy

Surgical removal of all or parts of the prostate gland, often performed to treat prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate.

Urethral Stricture

A narrowing of the urethra, which can cause reduced urine flow and lead to complications, often resulting from inflammation or injury.

Antimuscarinic

Referring to substances or drugs that block the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors, commonly used to treat a variety of conditions including overactive bladder and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).