Glucose^4 PM specimen

Challenge TestingAlso known as: Glucose 4 PM SerPl-mCncAlso known as: Glucose 4 PM SerPl-sCncmg/dL

The amount of sugar in your blood at 4 PM.

Normal Range
70 – 100 mg/dL
mg/dL
Abnormal Levels
Consult your provider
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Afternoon glucose testing reveals how well your body manages blood sugar outside of fasting conditions, helping detect metabolic problems and guide treatment decisions throughout the day.

Understanding Your Results

Normal Range

70 – 100 mg/dL

Overview

This test measures blood glucose at 4 PM, capturing your blood sugar level in the afternoon hours rather than fasting. It helps assess how your body is managing glucose throughout the day and identifies post-meal blood sugar patterns. Elevated afternoon glucose can indicate poor glucose control, insulin resistance, or undiagnosed diabetes. This measurement is particularly useful for monitoring metabolic health in individuals with irregular eating patterns or those already diagnosed with blood sugar disorders.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

16169-5Primary
Glucose [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma --4 PM specimen
mg/dL
45055-1
Glucose [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma --4 PM specimen
mmol/L

Available Lab Tests

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glucose tolerance test 6 specimens

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