GD test question

Megcheer2

I have my gestational diabetes test tomorrow morning and I can't remember from last time - am I allowed to drink water during the hour that I'm waiting to get my blood drawn?

ShandaB

I wasn't when I had mine done but I don't know if that was just some stupid Labcorp policy or if it actually messes with the results.  GL tomorrow!

jcsntms06

Yes, you can drink water and use the restroom during the test. Although the nurse will tell you small sips, (not chugging water).

SarahKate31

They wouldn't let me during the 3 hour test. Can't remember about the 1 hour test, but I'm thinking no.

Cooper81

I was told yes, water.  

lauranne

I honestly can't remember.  Good luck tomorrow!

Megcheer2

Interesting. I was told I could eat before, but anything sweet wasn't recommended. I know I ate some egg beaters before the test last time and I plan to do the same tomorrow morning. I guess I'll just chug water beforehand, just in case. I just am always so thirsty in the mornings so I was going to bring a water bottle with me while I wait.  Thank you!

jcsntms06

Megcheer2:

Interesting. I was told I could eat before, but anything sweet wasn't recommended. I know I ate some egg beaters before the test last time and I plan to do the same tomorrow morning. I guess I'll just chug water beforehand, just in case. I just am always so thirsty in the mornings so I was going to bring a water bottle with me while I wait.  Thank you!

I definitely recommend drinking water before heading into the test. I'm like Dani I have small veins and have a terrible time finding a stick. During the test, you can drink small sips too. I also ate breakfast (eggs, and drink water). I don't think I could survive the one hour test without eating or drinking.

Megcheer2

I don't think I could survive without eating first or drinking either. I am already planning my post-appt breakfast at either the new Panera or Wegmans, whichever tickles my fancy tomorrow morning

Cali1012

I wasn't allowed to drink water during the testing either - from my experience having GD, it messes with the results. Drinking water during/after meals is one way you can lower your blood sugar when you have GD.