MCQ IN MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -This is the best method for confirming an acromegaly diagnosis. During this test, your GH blood level is measured both before and after you drink a preparation of sugar (glucose). In people who don’t have acromegaly, the glucose drink typically causes the GH level to fall.

Detailed explanation-2: -An oral glucose suppression test is done to find out if the pituitary gland is releasing too much growth hormone (GH). The pituitary gland is a small gland (about the size of a pea) in the brain. It releases hormones into the bloodstream that affect growth.

Detailed explanation-3: -An OGTT with 75 g glucose is considered the gold standard for diagnosing acromegaly.

Detailed explanation-4: -For the test, you are given a solution of sugar (glucose) to drink. This makes your pituitary gland stop making GH. Your blood is drawn right before you drink the sugar solution and then every 30 minutes for about 2 hours.