Question 340 · LEK · Diabetology
When diabetes type 1 is diagnosed in children, the following abnormalities may be observed in lab tests?
1) increased levels of glycated haemoglobin;
2) the presence of anti-GAD antibodies in the blood;
3) glycosuria;
4) a high insulin concentration in the blood;
5) metabolic alkalosis.
The correct answer is:
2) the presence of anti-GAD antibodies in the blood;
3) glycosuria;
4) a high insulin concentration in the blood;
5) metabolic alkalosis.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,3.
- B. 1,2,3.
- C. 2,3,4.
- D. 1,4,5.
- E. 3,4,5.
Hint
Think about the autoimmune nature of the disease, its effect on insulin secretion and the acid-base disturbance caused by ketosis.
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