The evaluation of diabetes begins with a history and physical exam, including an eye exam.

Physical findings in those with diabetes may include:

• Changes in the retina on examination of the eyes
• Skin ulcers or poor wound healing
• High blood pressure
• Leg numbness (bilateral)
• Weight loss

Tests that may be used to evaluate diabetes include:

• Random blood glucose
• Fasting blood glucose
• Glucose tolerance test
• Glycosylated hemoglobin
• Insulin levels
• Serum acetone
• Electrolyte profile
• Urinalysis
• Cholesterol levels:
• HDL level
• LDL level
• Total cholesterol
• Complete blood count
• Kidney profile
• Triglyceride level
• Electrocardiogram
• Chest x-ray

For more information:

• Type 1 diabetes evaluation
• Type 2 diabetes evaluation
• Gestational diabetes evaluation