The evaluation of type 1 diabetes begins with a history and physical exam, including an eye exam.

Physical findings in someone with type 1 diabetes may include:

• Decreased vision:
• Changes in the retina:
• During examination of the eyes
• Skin ulcers
• High blood pressure
• Numbness in the legs
• Unintentional weight loss

Tests are necessary to make the diagnosis of type 1 diabetes.

Tests that may be used to evaluate type 1 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