Signs of insulin resistance
(such as PCOS or acanthosis nigricans)
IGT or IFG on previous test
Inactive lifestyle
American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care 2008; 31;(Suppl.1):S12-54.
Note:
Many factors make a person at higher risk for diabetes.
The risk for type 2 diabetes increases with age.
People who are overweight—defined as a body mass index (BMI) of ≥25 (≥ 23 if Asian American or ≥ 26 if Pacific Islander)—are also at an increased risk for diabetes.
A blood pressure measurement of > or = 140/90 mm/Hg.
A family history of diabetes – first degree relative with diabetes.
Race/ethnicity – African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, American Indians, and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are at particularly high risk for pre-diabetes and diabetes.
A history of gestational diabetes OR giving birth to baby greater than 9 lbs.
A history of vascular disease.
Signs of insulin resistance such as acanthosis nigricans and PCOS.
Impaired Glucose Tolerance or Impaired Fasting Glucose on previous testing.
An inactive lifestyle – being physically active less than 3 times a week.
Reference
American Diabetes Association: Clinical Practice Recommendations-Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes. Diabetes Care 2008; 31 (Suppl. 1):S12-54.