Question

A 48-year-old woman with no significant medical history asks about screening for type 2 diabetes during a periodic health visit. Her BMI is 27 kg/m², and there is a family history of type 2 diabetes in a first-degree relative. According to Diabetes Canada recommendations on screening, what is the most appropriate approach?

Accepted Answer

Begin screening with fasting plasma glucose or HbA1c now and repeat every 3 years if results are normal

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Do not screen for diabetes until age 60 if she remains asymptomatic

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Order a random plasma glucose only if she develops polyuria or polydipsia

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Order annual oral glucose tolerance tests starting immediately

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Screen only if her BMI exceeds 35 kg/m²

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