Lactose Tolerance Test
Labcorp Test Number: 046300
Test Details: Evaluates how the body processes lactose to diagnose lactose intolerance by measuring blood glucose levels after lactose ingestion.
Specimen Type: Blood
Patient Preparation: Patient should fast for eight hours before testing. No smoking or gum chewing allowed during test. Patient is encouraged to drink a moderate amount, one to two glasses of water during test. Patient should remain seated or in bed during test.
Turnaround Time: Results typically accessible within 1-2 weeks.
Clinical Insight: Ideal for individuals experiencing symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, and gas after consuming dairy products.
Labcorp Test Number: 046300
Test Details: Evaluates how the body processes lactose to diagnose lactose intolerance by measuring blood glucose levels after lactose ingestion.
Specimen Type: Blood
Patient Preparation: Patient should fast for eight hours before testing. No smoking or gum chewing allowed during test. Patient is encouraged to drink a moderate amount, one to two glasses of water during test. Patient should remain seated or in bed during test.
Turnaround Time: Results typically accessible within 1-2 weeks.
Clinical Insight: Ideal for individuals experiencing symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, and gas after consuming dairy products.
Labcorp Test Number: 046300
Test Details: Evaluates how the body processes lactose to diagnose lactose intolerance by measuring blood glucose levels after lactose ingestion.
Specimen Type: Blood
Patient Preparation: Patient should fast for eight hours before testing. No smoking or gum chewing allowed during test. Patient is encouraged to drink a moderate amount, one to two glasses of water during test. Patient should remain seated or in bed during test.
Turnaround Time: Results typically accessible within 1-2 weeks.
Clinical Insight: Ideal for individuals experiencing symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, and gas after consuming dairy products.