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Type 2 diabetes screening — MCCQE Part 1 MCQ

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A 48-year-old man with BMI 33 kg/m2 and a history of gestational diabetes in his partner asks about metabolic risk. He has no symptoms. Which of the following is the most appropriate screening approach?

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Correct answer: E — Assess diabetes risk and screen with A1C or fasting plasma glucose according to Diabetes Canada risk-based guidance

Diabetes Canada recommends risk-based screening for type 2 diabetes in adults, commonly using validated risk tools and laboratory testing such as A1C or fasting glucose. Waiting for symptoms misses years of cardiometabolic risk. Urine glucose is not a sufficient screening strategy.

Reference: Diabetes Canada Clinical Practice Guidelines