No fasting is required prior to this test. The test evaluates how your body processes sugar. A high level in your blood may indicate your body is not processing sugar effectively (positive test). If the results of this screen are positive, the woman may have the Glucose Tolerance Test performed.
A valve is a mechanism that opens and closes to control the flow of fluids. In a scientific context, fluids include both liquids and gases â any substance that can flow freely â and valves may use either. Valves control fluid flow in motors, plumbing, irrigation, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: A solenoid valve is an electromechanically operated valve. The valve is controlled by an electric current through a solenoid: in the case of a two-port valve the flow is switched on or off; in the case of a three-port valve, the outflow is switched between the two outlet ports.