Blood Sugar / Diabetes
OGTT Test Price in Sri Lanka
A fasting sample, a measured glucose drink, then timed samples — often requested in pregnancy.
Price at St. Luke's, Ja-Ela
LKR 1,000
- Fast 8–12 hours beforehand.
- Most reports within 24 hours
- Home collection at the same price
What the OGTT test measures
An Oral Glucose Tolerance Test measures your blood sugar fasting, then again one and/or two hours after drinking a measured glucose solution. It is the standard way to check for gestational diabetes and to clarify borderline sugar results.
Also known as: Oral Glucose Tolerance Test, Sugar challenge test, GTT.
Why doctors order it
- Screening for diabetes in pregnancy
- Borderline fasting sugar or HbA1c results
- When a doctor wants to see how the body handles a sugar load
How to prepare
Fast 8–12 hours (water only) and plan to stay at the lab for 2–3 hours — you need to rest between samples and should not eat, smoke or walk around during the test.
Related tests & prices
- OGTT (FBS, 2nd hr)LKR 1,000
- OGTT (1st hr, 2nd hr, FBS)LKR 1,300
- Glucose Challenge Test (GCT)LKR 750
Common questions
How much does a OGTT test cost in Sri Lanka?
At St. Luke's Medical Laboratory in Ja-Ela, the OGTT (FBS, 2nd hr) costs LKR 1,000. That is the published counter price — home sample collection is available at the same price across the towns we serve.
Do I need to fast for a OGTT test?
Fast 8–12 hours (water only) and plan to stay at the lab for 2–3 hours — you need to rest between samples and should not eat, smoke or walk around during the test.
How soon will I get my report?
Most reports are ready within 24 hours and can be shared digitally.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Only your doctor can interpret your result. Prices are subject to change — confirm when you book.