6 Questions
What is the primary characteristic of diabetes mellitus?
Hyperglycemia due to impairment of insulin secretion or defective insulin action
What is the primary purpose of the diagnostic criteria for diabetes?
To identify individuals with glycemia levels associated with microvascular disease
What is the term used to describe impaired fasting glucose (IFG), impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), or a glycated hemoglobin (A1C) of 6.0% to 6.4%?
Prediabetes
What is the percentage of glycated hemoglobin (A1C) associated with prediabetes?
6.0% to 6.4%
What is the term used to describe glucose intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy?
Gestational diabetes
How many categories can diabetes be broadly classified into?
2
Test your knowledge on the definition and diagnostic criteria of diabetes and prediabetes. Learn about the characteristics of this metabolic disorder, its effects on the body, and the risks associated with it.
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