Which of the following clinical characteristics is associated with
Type 1 diabetes (previously referred to as insulin-dependent
diabetes mellitus [IDDM])?
a) Presence of islet cell antibodies
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes often have islet cell antibodies.
b) Obesity
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are usually thin or demonstrate
recent weight loss at the time of diagnosis
c) Rare ketosis
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are ketosis-prone when insulin is
absent.
d) Requirement for oral hypoglycemic agents
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes need insulin to preserve life.
Type 1 diabetes (previously referred to as insulin-dependent
diabetes mellitus [IDDM])?
a) Presence of islet cell antibodies
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes often have islet cell antibodies.
b) Obesity
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are usually thin or demonstrate
recent weight loss at the time of diagnosis
c) Rare ketosis
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are ketosis-prone when insulin is
absent.
d) Requirement for oral hypoglycemic agents
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes need insulin to preserve life.