10 Questions
Which type of diabetes is characterized by an absolute deficiency of insulin due to destruction of β cells?
Type 1 diabetes
What is the main factor influencing Type 2 diabetes (T2DM)?
Genetic factors, aging, and obesity
Which type of diabetes is treated by exogenous (injected) insulin to control hyperglycemia and avoid ketoacidosis?
Type 1 diabetes
What characterizes Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)?
Carbohydrate intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy
What may be used as an adjunct to insulin therapy for Type 1 diabetes?
Pramlintide, a synthetic analog of amylin
Which type of diabetes is characterized by an absolute deficiency of insulin due to destruction of β cells?
Type I diabetes (Insulin Dependent DM)
What is the main factor influencing Type 2 diabetes (T2DM)?
Genetic factors and aging
What characterizes Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)?
Carbohydrate intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy
What may be used as an adjunct to insulin therapy for Type 1 diabetes?
Pramlintide, a synthetic analog of amylin
Which type of diabetes is treated by exogenous (injected) insulin to control hyperglycemia and avoid ketoacidosis?
Type I diabetes (Insulin Dependent DM)
Learn about the classification of diabetes mellitus, including Type I diabetes (Insulin Dependent DM), Type II diabetes (Non-Insulin Dependent DM), and Gestational Diabetes. Understand the differences in insulin production and secretion for each type.
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