Who Should Undergo Diabetes Screening?

1. People at High Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

• Adults aged 35 years and above.
• People who are overweight or obese, especially those with abdominal obesity.
• Individuals with a family history of diabetes.
• People with high blood pressure or abnormal cholesterol levels.

2. People with Risk Factors or Associated Medical Conditions

• Women with a history of gestational diabetes or delivering a large baby.
• Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
• People with cardiovascular disease or a history of prediabetes.
• Individuals with a sedentary lifestyle or physical inactivity.

3. People with Symptoms of Diabetes or Requiring Regular Follow-up

• Individuals experiencing excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, or unusual fatigue.
• People with recurrent skin, urinary tract, or genital infections.
• Individuals with a history of elevated blood glucose or prediabetes who need repeat testing.
• People taking certain medicines, such as long-term corticosteroids, that may increase blood glucose.