The first morning specimen from a patient with no history of symptoms for diabetes is positive for glucose.The patient should:
A) Be given a glucose tolerance test
B) Be asked to collect the second morning specimen
C) Be asked to collect a timed specimen
D) Be tested for renal tubular damage

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A second morning specimen should be collected to confirm the presence of glucose, as the first positive result could be due to a temporary condition or contamination.

The First Morning Specimen from a Patient with No History