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Gestational diabetes screening — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

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EasyOB/GYN (prenatal care, contraception, screening)Gestational diabetes screeningUSMLE Step 3

A 27-year-old pregnant woman at 26 weeks' gestation has no diabetes history and no symptoms. BMI is 29 kg/m2. Which of the following is the most appropriate screening recommendation?

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Correct answer: B — Screen for gestational diabetes now

Asymptomatic pregnant patients should be screened for gestational diabetes at 24 weeks' gestation or later.

Reference: USPSTF gestational diabetes screening recommendation; ACOG guidance