Question

A 32-year-old woman had gestational diabetes managed with insulin. Six weeks postpartum she feels well and is exclusively breastfeeding. According to Diabetes Canada, what is the most appropriate test and timing to assess for persistent diabetes?

Accepted Answer

75 g 2-hour OGTT between 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum

Answer

Random glucose at 6 weeks postpartum only

Answer

Fasting plasma glucose at 12 months postpartum only

Answer

HbA1c at delivery

Answer

No testing is required if glucose normalised in late pregnancy

Practice question

A 32-year-old woman had gestational diabetes managed with insulin. Six weeks postpartum she feels well and is exclusively breastfeeding. According to Diabetes Canada, what is the most appropriate test and timing to assess for persistent diabetes?