Prediabetes

Blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. It is considered a warning sign and a window for prevention.

Also known as: impaired glucose tolerance, impaired fasting glucose.

Category: Endocrine & Metabolic

Looking into Prediabetes? See the lab tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Prediabetes, and learn what each one measures.
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Symptoms

Symptoms associated with Prediabetes

The following symptoms have been associated with Prediabetes in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.

Tests

Tests used to investigate Prediabetes

Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Prediabetes. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.

Fasting Glucose

Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....

Sample: Blood

Fasting Insulin

Measures insulin levels to help assess insulin resistance....

Sample: Blood

Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative

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Sample: Blood

Glucose Blood Test

The glucose test is a blood test used to measure glucose (blood sugar) levels. Glucose is the major source of ...

Sample: Blood

Hemoglobin A1C Testing

The hemoglobin A1c (glycated hemoglobin) test measures how well diabetes is being controlled. Order the test o...

Sample: Blood

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....

Sample: Blood

Igf-1 Insulin Blood Test

Our IGF-1 blood test is commonly used to measure levels of human growth hormone (hGH) and its activity....

Sample: Blood

Related conditions

Conditions with overlapping symptoms

These conditions share symptoms with Prediabetes, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prediabetes?

Prediabetes is a health condition described in medical literature. Blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. It is considered a warning sign and a window for prevention.

What are the symptoms of Prediabetes?

Prediabetes is associated with 3 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Fatigue, Increased body weight, Poor appetite. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.

How is Prediabetes diagnosed or investigated?

A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Prediabetes include Fasting Glucose, Fasting Insulin, Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative, Glucose Blood Test, Hemoglobin A1C Testing. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.

Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?

No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Prediabetes, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.

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