Doctors recommend the glucose test to screen for gestational diabetes in pregnancy, but it's not mandatory. Here's what to know to make an informed choice.

The glucose test during pregnancy is actually optional

Doctors recommend having a glucose test for gestational diabetes, but it's not mandatory. Here's what you need to know to make an informed choice.

Is the glucose test during pregnancy optional?

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Is the glucose test during pregnancy optional

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