COMFIRM DM DIAGNOSIS Flashcards
1
Q
What measurement was approved by the American Diabetes Association in 2010 for diagnosing diabetes?
A
Hemoglobin A1c measurement
This approval marked a significant change in diabetes diagnostic criteria.
2
Q
What is the diagnostic threshold for hemoglobin A1c to confirm diabetes?
A
6.5% or greater (248 mmol/mol)
This threshold is used to classify an individual as having diabetes.
3
Q
How is diabetes diagnosis confirmed?
A
By either:
* A repeat of the originally abnormal test on a separate day
* Two different tests on the same or separate days
Confirming a diagnosis helps ensure accuracy.
