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Gestational diabetes screening — ABFM Board MCQ

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EasyWomen's health/OB/GYNGestational diabetes screeningABFM Board

A 26-year-old pregnant woman at 25 weeks' gestation has no prior diabetes and no symptoms. She presents for routine prenatal care. Which of the following screening tests is indicated?

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Correct answer: A — Oral glucose challenge testing

Screening for gestational diabetes is recommended at or after 24 weeks' gestation in asymptomatic pregnant patients.

Reference: USPSTF A and B Recommendations: https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation-topics/uspstf-a-and-b-recommendations