"Revamped Guidelines for Diabetes Lab Tests Unveiled"
The American Association of Clinical Chemistry (AACC) and American Diabetes Association (ADA) have released new guidelines on laboratory measures in the diagnosis and management of diabetes. The guidelines aim to assist clinicians and laboratory professionals in making decisions regarding the use and interpretation of laboratory tests for screening, diagnosing, and monitoring patients with diabetes. The recommendations include the use of real-time continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in certain populations, consideration of test limitations, and the importance of accurate handling of blood samples. Other recommendations cover fasting glucose measurement, blood glucose monitoring, treatment goals, and testing for albuminuria. The guidelines also address ketone testing, genetic markers, autoimmune markers, and C-peptide.