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How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

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How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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