Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Global Launch of Handheld Analyzer for Diabetes Care

EKF Diagnostics' Stat-Site WB measures whole blood β-ketone and glucose levels in seconds.

Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Test Aids in Early Diagnosis of GLUT1 Deficiency Syndrome

The metabolic disorder induces a chronic glucose deficiency in the brain, resulting in epileptic seizures, movement disorders, learning disabilities, and behavioral difficulties in affected children.

Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Lipid Profile and Glucose Measuring System

The LipidPlus test system from Jant Pharmacal Corp, Encino, Calif, offers a convenient, accurate, and cost-effective way to screen patients for lipid disorders and help manage their treatment.

HbA1c Test Receives FDA Clearance

May 9, 2014 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Abbott Laboratories has received 510(k) clearance for the Architect Clinical Chemistry Hemoglobin A1c test, a tool to aid physicians in diagnosing and monitoring diabetes.

National Diabetes Coalition Advises Caution on New Population Survey

Oct 21, 2013 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Asian Americans at risk for obesity related disorders.

Diabetes Tests Oft Times Not Being Ordered or Used Properly

Oct 16, 2013 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Research

A study suggests improved communication is needed between the lab and the clinician on when to follow up with a patient who has a significant change in HbA1c.

Atherotech Adds Trio of Genetic Tests to Cardiometabolic Test Menu

Jul 26, 2013 | Cardiovascular, Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Molecular Diagnostics

Warfarin, Plavix sensitivity tests, and thrombophilia risk test provide personalized risk assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.

Mexican American Youth Show Sighs of Metabolic Syndrome: Early Screening Critical to Reduce Risk of Future Diabetes, Heart Disease

Jul 15, 2013 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Research

The findings of a new study by Texas Biomed scientists in San Antonio argue for early screening and intervention to delay or avoid chronic health problems as these children age.

FDA Approves First A1c Test Labeled for Diagnosing Diabetes

May 23, 2013 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

The HbA1c tests, or A1c tests, currently on the market are FDA-cleared for monitoring a patient’s blood glucose control, but not for diagnosing diabetes, says the FDA.

Panel Backs Status Quo, Two-Step Diagnostic Approach for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Mar 6, 2013 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Research

While many other countries and respected organizations support a one-step approach for testing pregnant women, the NIH urges adhering to a two-step approach until it is shown to be less advantageous.

Diabetes Epidemic: Increasing threat to our health care system

Nov 12, 2012 | Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry Analyzers, Clinical Chemistry Test Kits, Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

This article discusses the crisis of the diabetes epidemic, POC glucose testing, SMBG, the controversy over using POC glucose monitors for diagnosis, and more.

Independent Panel to Present Findings on Diagnosing Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Oct 15, 2012 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Womens Health

To better understand the benefits and risks of various screening and diagnostic approaches, the NIH is convening a Consensus Development Conference from October 29 to 31 to assess the available scientific evidence.

Guidelines Suggest Two-Stage Strategy to Identify Diabetes Risk

Aug 15, 2012 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

The strategy consists of a risk assessment, followed, where necessary, by a blood test to confirm whether people have the disease, or are at high risk of developing it.

HbA1c for Diabetes Testing Not Yet Universal

Aug 4, 2012 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Research

Using glycated albumin together with HbA1c, we can make the next positive step in providing better care for all people with diabetes

American Diabetes Association, EASD Release Guidelines for Managing Elevated Blood Glucose Levels

May 11, 2012 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

New guidelines for managing elevated blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes are being published concurrently in the American Diabetes Association’s journal and in EASD’s journal.

Joslin Diabetes Center Identifies Markers Which Predict Renal Failure Risk

Jan 27, 2012 | Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Scientists have identified two novel markers that, when elevated in the blood stream, can predict accurately the risk of renal failure in patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.