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What is a common misconception regarding the diagnosis of LADA patients?
What is a common misconception regarding the diagnosis of LADA patients?
- They are frequently diagnosed as having type 1 diabetes.
- They are often recognized as having gestational diabetes.
- They are usually identified as having type 2 diabetes. (correct)
- They are rarely diagnosed at all.
Which statement accurately reflects the HbA1c levels in LADA patients compared to type 2 diabetes patients?
Which statement accurately reflects the HbA1c levels in LADA patients compared to type 2 diabetes patients?
- LADA patients generally have worse HbA1c levels. (correct)
- LADA patients' HbA1c levels are significantly lower.
- LADA patients have similar HbA1c levels.
- LADA patients typically have better HbA1c levels.
What demographic factor is often confused between LADA and another type of diabetes?
What demographic factor is often confused between LADA and another type of diabetes?
- Age of onset. (correct)
- Family history of diabetes.
- Ethnicity.
- Body mass index.
Which complication may lead to misdiagnosis in LADA patients?
Which complication may lead to misdiagnosis in LADA patients?
What types of diabetes can be previously unrecognized in patients?
What types of diabetes can be previously unrecognized in patients?
How does the progression of LADA generally differ from type 2 diabetes?
How does the progression of LADA generally differ from type 2 diabetes?
Which statement is false regarding previously unrecognized diabetes?
Which statement is false regarding previously unrecognized diabetes?
In what context is the mention of previously unrecognized diabetes significant?
In what context is the mention of previously unrecognized diabetes significant?
Which factor is least likely to help identify previously unrecognized diabetes?
Which factor is least likely to help identify previously unrecognized diabetes?
Which of the following scenarios might suggest the presence of previously unrecognized diabetes?
Which of the following scenarios might suggest the presence of previously unrecognized diabetes?
What is the primary action of the cells in the pancreas regarding glucose metabolism?
What is the primary action of the cells in the pancreas regarding glucose metabolism?
Which statement best describes the second phase of blood glucose normalization?
Which statement best describes the second phase of blood glucose normalization?
Which of the following tissues is NOT directly influenced by the cells of the pancreas in enhancing glycolysis?
Which of the following tissues is NOT directly influenced by the cells of the pancreas in enhancing glycolysis?
What is a potential consequence of impaired pancreatic cell function?
What is a potential consequence of impaired pancreatic cell function?
How does the pancreas affect metabolic processes in the body?
How does the pancreas affect metabolic processes in the body?
What distinguishes LADA from other forms of diabetes?
What distinguishes LADA from other forms of diabetes?
What is a likely consequence of splenectomy related to hematological changes?
What is a likely consequence of splenectomy related to hematological changes?
LADA is most prevalent in which age demographic?
LADA is most prevalent in which age demographic?
Which of the following factors could lead to a decreased A1c level?
Which of the following factors could lead to a decreased A1c level?
Which statement best describes the genetic characteristics of LADA?
Which statement best describes the genetic characteristics of LADA?
Which condition is NOT associated with a decrease in erythrocyte lifespan?
Which condition is NOT associated with a decrease in erythrocyte lifespan?
What is primarily unique about LADA among autoimmune diabetes types?
What is primarily unique about LADA among autoimmune diabetes types?
Which of the following interventions may lead to an increase in hemoglobin levels?
Which of the following interventions may lead to an increase in hemoglobin levels?
In relation to other diabetes types, how is the prevalence of LADA characterized?
In relation to other diabetes types, how is the prevalence of LADA characterized?
Which combination is most likely to lead to decreased erythrocyte lifespan?
Which combination is most likely to lead to decreased erythrocyte lifespan?
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Study Notes
Pancreas Cells
- The pancreas has cells that produce insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose levels.
LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)
- Characterized by slow onset, generally misdiagnosed as type 2 diabetes.
- Most prevalent form of adult-onset autoimmune diabetes.
- Shares genetic features with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
- LADA patients often have worse HbA1c levels than type 2 diabetes patients.
Factors Affecting HbA1c
- Decreased HbA1c:
- Administration of erythropoietin, iron, vitamin B12: These substances can enhance the synthesis of red blood cells, leading to lower HbA1c levels.
- Hemoglobinopathies: These disorders can lead to variations in hemoglobin structure, ultimately affecting HbA1c values.
- Splenomegaly: An enlarged spleen can remove red blood cells prematurely, leading to lower HbA1c values.
- Rheumatoid arthritis: Some medications used to treat rheumatoid arthritis can affect HbA1c levels.
- Decreased Erythrocyte Life Span: Conditions like chronic liver disease or certain types of anemia can reduce the lifespan of red blood cells, leading to lower HbA1c levels.
- Increased HbA1c:
- Increased Erythrocyte Life Span: Conditions that prolong red blood cell lifespan can lead to higher HbA1c levels.
- High Blood Glucose Levels: Sustained high blood glucose levels lead to more glucose binding to hemoglobin, resulting in increased HbA1c.
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