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It is possible that I have diabetes risk factors?
I have 105 fasting blood glucose recently, no familiar history of diabetes. 1.75cm and 161 pounds. Normal blood pressure, 104/73


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replied November 17th, 2008
Diabetes Answer A4924
Current medical status: blood fasting glucose 105, HDL=66 LDL=122 Total cholesterol=211 Tryglicerides=115
Current medical treatment: oil fish 3,000 mg daily


List of laboratory results that indicate increased risk for diabetes:
-HDL cholesterol under 35 mg/dL or 0.9 mmol/L
-High blood levels of triglycerides, a type of fat molecule (250 mg/dL or 2.8 mmol/Lor more)
-High blood pressure (greater than or equal to 140/90 mmHg)
All your laboratory test results are within normal limits.


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