Ideal population to be screened

Ideal population to be screened for prevention of diabetes.

Family history of diabetes (i.e., parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes).

Obesity (BMI > 25 kg/m2).

Habitual physical inactivity.

Race/ethnicity (e.g., African American, Latino, Native American, Asian American, Pacific Islander).

Previously identified IFG or IGT.

History of GDM or delivery of baby >4 kg.

Hypertension (blood pressure -140/90 mmHg).

HDL cholesterol level <35 mg/dL and/or a triglyceride level >250 mg/dL.

Polycystic ovary syndrome or acanthosis nigricans.

History of vascular disease.