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What is gestational diabetes?(a) The body becomes resistant to insulin(b) Immune cells destroy beta cells(c) Occurs in a pregnant women(d) Increase of blood sugarI had been asked this question in an international level competition.My doubt is from Controlled Release Medication in portion Controlled Release Medication of Drug Biotechnology

Answer» CORRECT answer is (c) Occurs in a pregnant women

Easy explanation: Apart from Type 1 DIABETES mellitus and type 2 Dm there is a 3rd main form of diabetes also known as gestational diabetes. It occurs in pregnant women without previous history of diabetes. High blood SUGAR levels will be seen in these women. It regulates the metabolism of CARBOHYDRATE, fats, and protein by promoting the ABSORPTION of carbohydrates especially glucose from the blood into the liver, skeletal muscle, and fat.


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