Did you fail the 1hr and pass the 3hr GD test?

coachswife24 · June 2011

Hey all,

I failed the 1 hr test at 152. So bummed about this...I was wondering though, did any of your fail the 1 hr test and then turn around and pass the 3 hr? I called my dr. and his nurse said that it's very common for people to come in and do the 3 hr, but I'm wondering what my number (152) looks like compared to people who have also failed the 1hr and then passed the 3 hr. I was really overthinking this the past couple of days worrying about everything I was putting into my mouth. Today, though, I just decided, you know - healthy decisions - that's all I can do.

But, I'm just hoping and am curious of those of you that might have failed, what your level was, and then passed the 3 hr. Just curious! I'm definitely sending some prayers up though for the 3hr! I take it this Monday!

Thanks all!!!

bonitatinabina143 · June 2011

I'm pretty sure you will pass the 3 hour. The cut off is normally 130-140 for the 1 hr and you are really close.

Amya · June 2011

I passed my 3-hour after failing the 1-hour. Before the 1-hour, I had eaten a sugary cereal which I really believe messed up my test. So, my advice to you is to eat super healthy for 3 days before and fast the morning of the test. I passed easily the second time.

coachswife24 · June 2011

I fasted like they wanted me to before the 1 hr...BUT, I didn't have a great day when it comes to eating the day before. I also got severely sunburned on my legs as well and had taken Tylenol. I have no idea at all if this has anything to do with anything really, but I did read somewhere (think on a diabetes website) where sunburns can elevate blood sugar - as can any extra stress on the body. This was last week and I'm still recovering from that burn! I got burned badly on my upper legs! It was awful!

NHmommy1 · June 2011

I failed the 1hr. with 160 (ate a normal breakfast like my dr. said to do) and I past the 3 hr. test. I wasn't too worried because I heard it happens to a lot of people. The 3hr. test sucked though!

MustanGTbaby13 · June 2011

I am surprised they asked you to fast for the 1 hour test, I thought that wasn't typical.

I opted out of GTT testing so I can't tell you any numbers, but I would try to remember that the 1 hour GTT has a staggering false-positive rate. Most places have to do it as a requirement for insurances, as most insurance companies won't cover the 3 hour test without the 1 hour test being preformed.

Stay positive. Worst case scenario at this point is that you are diagnosed with GD, they will likely try to stabilize blood sugar with diet and exercise first, and if that doesn't work, you may need to go on insulin. Just rest assured that you are doing everything you can to ensure a happy healthy pregnancy and baby.

dragon_chica · June 2011

With DD I passed the 3 hour. With this one I didn't and have GD. As scary as it sounds it's turning out to be doable and not that bad. Part of me is kind of glad this happened because it forced me to improve my eating habits, which I hope to continue (maybe not as strict though!) after DS is born. Even DH has started following my diet and the guy lost 10-15 lbs and this is with him slacking off on his regular runs for the past few months!

amyegunnip · June 2011

I did! I failed the 1 hour with a 136 (seriously, 1 point, and they made me suffer through the 3 hour!) then passed the 3 hour with "flying colors" as my OB put it

Best of luck!

CTteach1331 · June 2011

I failed the one hour with a 132. My cutoff was 130 which I don't really like that soooo many people on here have such a range of cutoffs! Anyway, I passed with flying colors on the 3 hour but it was really crappy.....waiting for 3 hours and getting pricked so many times Andddddd I tested early because the baby is measuring bigger so now I have to do it again at 28 weeks, on Friday the 3 hour test! Am hoping I pass again with flying colors again! I agree with the PP, just eat very well until your time....not much sugar, not so many carbs either since they turn to sugars.....

So, I understand your worry!

Robyn

kellie7 · June 2011

i failed the 1 hr with a 141 and passed the 3 hr just fine. i'm not sure about my figures for the 3 hr, but the dr. said all draws were normal. a coworker of mine and my cousin's baby's mama both failed their 1 hr and passed the 3 hr. i've seen lots of bumpies say they passed the 3 hr after failing the 1 hr. so it's definitely possible to pass the 3 hr and i actually think most people end up passing the 3 hr. i thought i read it was something like 85%...but don't quote me on that!

GL!

bunny1114 · June 2011

I also failed the 1H GTT with a reading of 142; doctor's office advised max was 130. I took the test in the late afternoon and it was "non-fasting."

The following week, I passed all screenings of the 3H GTT! If you haven't been briefed on what goes on...here's how the lab performed the test:

It was "fasting" this time, only water after 8pm the night before. I went in at 8:00am and was advised of the schedule:

Immediate blood draw and urine sample, drink glucose, blood draw and urine again at 1/2 hour mark. Repeat blood draw and urine samples every hour thereafter.

The glucose drink is nasty - it's sweeter and thicker consistency than the drink for 1H test. There were 3 other women having the same test, so we got to talk to help pass the time.

My advice is to drink plenty of water beforehand, bring some magazines or a book, and be sure to call ahead for an appointment. The lab I go to is normally "walk-in only," but they required appointments for 3H GTT.

Overall, the experience wasn't THAT bad!

eileenjoey · June 2011

I failed the 1 hour (I fasted before that test) by 1 point. I had 131 and cutoff was 130. I passed the 3 hour test. It's pretty common to fail the 1 hour test so don't worry about it. Just bring a good magazine with you to pass the time during the 3 hour test. Good luck Smile

jesh1111 · June 2011

I failed the one hour with a score of 144 and passed the 3 hour.

MrsO_53 · June 2011

I failed with a score of 147 and passed the three hour

Jen&Peter · June 2011

I failed 1 hour and passed 3 hour with each of my 3 pregnancies. Remember that the 1 hour is just a screening, not a diagnosis. There is nothing you can do to prevent GD, it is just how your body reacts to pregnancy. That being said, most women pass the 3 hour so don't start stressing about it yet.

bundymommy · June 2011

Seems like it's pretty typical to fail the 1-hour and pass the 3-hour. I failed the 1-hour with a score of 149 and passed the 3-hour with what the nurse said were some of the lowest numbers she had ever seen. So I'm not sure what went on during the 1-hour... Good luck today!

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