Who diagnoses diabetes?
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD 🩺
Diabetes is typically diagnosed by healthcare professionals such as:
- Primary Care Physicians (PCPs): They often perform initial screenings and manage ongoing care.
- Endocrinologists: Specialists in diabetes and other endocrine disorders.
- Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs): They can also diagnose and manage diabetes under the supervision of a physician.
Diagnosis is usually based on blood tests, including the A1C test, fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test, or oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). If you suspect you have diabetes, consult a healthcare provider for proper testing and diagnosis.