The American Diabetes Association has published a screening test for the American public to look for symptoms associated with diabetes mellitus.
The screening test consists of 8 statements. The first describes symptoms common in diabetes, such as excess thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, and blurry vision.
Each finding is answered as yes or no, with positive responses graded from 1 to 3 points.
The American Diabetes Association urges all pregnant women to be tested for diabetes between the 24th-28th weeks of pregnancy.
Weight Chart for Men and Women
This chart shows weights that are 20% heavier than what is recommended for both men and women with a medium frame. A weight that is above the amount shown for height may be at risk for developing diabetes.
|
Height |
Women |
Men |
|
Feet |
Inches |
|
|
|
4 |
9 |
127 |
|
|
4 |
10 |
131 |
|
|
4 |
11 |
134 |
|
|
5 |
0 |
138 |
|
|
5 |
1 |
142 |
146 |
|
5 |
2 |
146 |
151 |
|
5 |
3 |
151 |
155 |
|
5 |
4 |
157 |
158 |
|
5 |
5 |
162 |
163 |
|
5 |
6 |
167 |
168 |
|
5 |
7 |
172 |
174 |
|
5 |
8 |
176 |
179 |
|
5 |
9 |
181 |
184 |
|
5 |
10 |
186 |
190 |
|
6 |
11 |
|
196 |
|
6 |
0 |
|
202 |
|
6 |
1 |
|
208 |
|
6 |
2 |
|
214 |
|
6 |
3 |
|
220 |
symptom screening test score =
= SUM(points for questions with "Yes" answers)
Interpretation:
• Scores of 3-5 points indicate a low risk for diabetes.
• Scores over 5 points, indicate an increased risk for diabetes.
• For more information about diabetes, call the American Diabetes Association. (Ohio Affiliate, Inc. 1-800-232-6366)
Specialty: Endocrinology, Clinical Laboratory
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