The American Diabetes Association created guidelines to screen for diabetes at the earliest possible appropriate time. Take a look at these guidelines to find out when to get tested for diabetes:
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People with symptoms of thirst, frequent urination, and weight loss are tested immediately.
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People older than age 45 should be tested every three years if normal.
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People should be tested at a younger age and more often if:
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They are obese.
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They have a parent or sibling with diabetes.
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They are from a high-risk group, such as African American, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American.
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They have delivered a baby more than 9 pounds or had gestational diabetes.
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They have high blood pressure.
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They have low HDL cholesterol or high triglycerides.
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