Fetus and placenta depend on unique physiologic
systems to provide an environment supporting fetal growth and development in
preparation for transition to extra-uterine life. Fetal growth depends on the
maternal nutritional status. Glucose is the principal energy substrate for the
placenta and the fetus. It is an essential requirement for normal fetal
metabolism and growth. Glucose supply is derived via maternal carbohydrate
metabolism and gluconeogenesis of amino acids. Pregnant women with blood sugar
levels in the higher range of normal are more likely to give birth to healthier
babies. [1,2] This study was conducted to correlate maternal OGCT values done
thrice in the course of the pregnancy with fetal outcome in the form of birth
weight. 300 antenatal patients were followed till delivery. It was observed
that an increased maternal blood sugar level, within the normal range, was
related to increased Neonatal Birth Weight in healthy mothers. - See more at:
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