Which screening test determines how quickly glucose is cleared from the blood at regular intervals after a fast of at least 8 hours?
A) Insulin tolerance test
B) Thyroid function test
C) Total calcium test
D) Glucose tolerance test
E) Fasting blood glucose

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The test described is the glucose tolerance test, which involves measuring blood glucose levels at regular intervals after a fast of at least 8 hours and consuming a glucose solution. This test is used to screen for and diagnose diabetes and impaired glucose tolerance. The other options listed do not involve measuring glucose levels in this way.

Which Screening Test Determines How Quickly Glucose Is Cleared from the Blood