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GLU medical abbreviation
GLU means "glucose".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for GLU), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What GLU means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| glucose | None | Lab orders, Charting |
Also written: glu.
Example
Sample lab panel row: "glu."
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Questions
What does GLU mean in medical terms?
GLU means "glucose".
Where is GLU used?
GLU shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is GLU on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. GLU is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.