Mod 5.5 - Diabetes part 2/3

Question 1

What are 2 biomarkers the can be used in the diagnosis of diabetes?

Answer 1

• fasting blood glucose test

- HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin test)

Question 2

What two factors are frequently monitored in the clinical management of diabetes?

Answer 2

• Blood lipids

- Blood glucose

Question 3

What are 2 ways aerobic exercise may be beneficial in the management of type 2 diabetes?

Answer 3

• increase energy expenditure = can help with weight loss

- Can help improve insulin sensitivity / reduce insulin resistance < - very good!