Hemoglobin A(1c). Suitability for diabetes screening in hospitals

作者：Schroeder F^*; Siegel E

来源：Diabetologe, 2011, 7(7): 487-488.

DOI：10.1007/s11428-011-0748-2

• Hemoglobin A, glycosylated
• Glucose
• tolerance test
• Sensitivity and specificity
• Mass screening
• Costs and cost analysis

Non-diagnosed diabetes is a widespread problem in hospitals. Since 2010 the HbA(1c) test is recommended for the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. This test could possibly increase the frequency of the diagnosis of diabetes if used for screening. The test is probably cost-effective. Future studies should test these assumptions.

• 出版日期2011-11