Glucose Tolerance Test. Pregnant women can develop a condition known as Gestational Diabetes (diabetes brought on by pregnancy) which can pose a risk to both mother and baby. A glucose tolerance test is a common type of testing for potential gestational diabetes.
The honeycrisp apple is a late-season apple grown in many parts of the world that is praised for its consistently crunchy, sweet texture. Though common today in most markets, the honeycrisp is a relatively new variety.
There are many reasons that add to the cost of Honeycrisp apples, and it all starts on the farm. The Honeycrisp variety was developed by the University of Minnesota, which still holds the patent. So for every Honeycrisp yielding tree a grower buys, they have to pay a $1 royalty to the University of Minnesota.