Question

A 30-year-old pregnant woman at 13 weeks' gestation asks about gestational diabetes screening. According to Canadian practice, when is universal screening for gestational diabetes typically performed?

Accepted Answer

Between 24 and 28 weeks' gestation with a 50 g glucose challenge test

Answer

First trimester at 8-10 weeks

Answer

At 13 weeks with HbA1c

Answer

Only at term if the baby is large

Answer

Screening is not recommended in pregnancy

Practice question

A 30-year-old pregnant woman at 13 weeks' gestation asks about gestational diabetes screening. According to Canadian practice, when is universal screening for gestational diabetes typically performed?