Prediabetes

• What does IGT stand for?

  Impaired glucose tolerance
• What does IFG stand for?

  Impaired fasting glucose
• What is the plasma glucose level range for IFG?

  6.1–6.9 mmol/L
• What is the plasma glucose level range for IGT?

  7.1–11 mmol/L
• What is the diagnostic range for diabetes mellitus (DM)?

  Higher than 11 mmol/L
• What is the HbA1c range for prediabetes?

  5.7–6.4%
• Why is prediabetes important?

  It signals risk for developing Type 2 DM
• What lifestyle changes can prevent or delay progression to T2DM?

  Diet, exercise, and weight loss
• How many Canadians have prediabetes?

  Up to 6 million
• What percentage of Canadians with prediabetes develop type 2 DM in their lifetime?

  About 50%
• Do people with prediabetes usually have symptoms?

  No, they usually do not have symptoms
• What should be done regularly for those concerned about prediabetes?

  Screen regularly
• What is a recommended weight loss percentage to delay/prevent type 2 DM?

  Loss of 5% of initial body weight
• What are the key components of managing prediabetes?

  • Nutrition: Consult a registered dietitian
  • Regular physical activity
  • Monitor glucose levels
  • Implement lifestyle changes
• How does impaired fasting glucose (IFG) differ from impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)?

  IFG is fasting; IGT is after glucose intake
• What is the significance of the 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) in diagnosing IGT?

  It measures glucose levels after glucose intake