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June 9th, 2009, 11:52 AM
New warning signs to detect diabetes
Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:40:01 GMT
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id=97540§ionid=3510210
Blood chemistry changes leading to type 2 diabetes occur several years prior to the time the symptoms become apparent and the disease is diagnosed.
According to a study published in The Lancet, specific changes in blood glucose levels and sensitivity to the hormone insulin occur years before the individual is pinpointed with diabetes.
Three years prior to the diagnosis of diabetes, there is a rapid increase in both fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. Insulin sensitivity, similarly, decreases steeply five years before the disease is established.
Between years four and three, the function of insulin-producing beta-cells increase to help body compensate the increased glucose levels. Thereafter, however, it is reduced until the individual is determined to suffer from diabetes.
In nondiabetics, on the other hand, these changes occur at a steady pace over time.
Scientists are optimistic that their findings will help screen individuals who will develop diabetes at an earlier stage and prevent or delay the onset of the disease.
Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:40:01 GMT
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id=97540§ionid=3510210
Blood chemistry changes leading to type 2 diabetes occur several years prior to the time the symptoms become apparent and the disease is diagnosed.
According to a study published in The Lancet, specific changes in blood glucose levels and sensitivity to the hormone insulin occur years before the individual is pinpointed with diabetes.
Three years prior to the diagnosis of diabetes, there is a rapid increase in both fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. Insulin sensitivity, similarly, decreases steeply five years before the disease is established.
Between years four and three, the function of insulin-producing beta-cells increase to help body compensate the increased glucose levels. Thereafter, however, it is reduced until the individual is determined to suffer from diabetes.
In nondiabetics, on the other hand, these changes occur at a steady pace over time.
Scientists are optimistic that their findings will help screen individuals who will develop diabetes at an earlier stage and prevent or delay the onset of the disease.