What Are Risk Factors For Type 2 Diabetes?

• Age > 45
• Obesity
• Family history of diabetes
• Being African American, American Indian, Asian American, Pacific Islander,
  or Hispanic American/Latino
• History of gestational diabetes
• History of high blood pressure or high cholesterol
• Lack of exercise

When Should I Be Tested For Diabetes?

After the age of 45 or younger if you are overweight or have risk factors. A simple blood test
called a Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) should be performed.