1.5 diabetes (LADA) misdiagnosis occurs; crucial special antibody tests detect autoimmune markers for accurate diagnosis.

Type 1.5 diabetes, or LADA, is a lesser-known diabetes form resembling both type 1 and type 2. It affects adults over 30, with symptoms and initial treatment similar to type 2. However, it shares genetic and autoimmune risk factors with type 1, and progresses more slowly. Misdiagnosis occurs 5-10% of the time, due to symptoms and initial treatment overlap, causing delays in accurate diagnosis. Special antibody tests detect autoimmune markers and are crucial for accurate diagnosis.

August 26, 2024
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