Which of the Following Criteria Is NOT Appropriate for the Diagnosis

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following criteria is NOT appropriate for the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus?

• A)Fasting plasma glucose of greater than 126 mg/dL
• B)HbA1c of greater than 7.0%
• C)Postload (2 hour) plasma glucose of 200 mg/dL or greater
• D)Symptoms of diabetes and a casual plasma glucose of 200 mg/dL or greater

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