Screening of blood glucose level as a key element of the strategy of prevention and early detection of type 2 diabetes mellitus

Abstract

Abstract: the regular screening of glucose level in blood is important for prevention, early detection and treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Timely detection of hyperglycemia, as the main index of impaired glucose metabolism, is a key aspect in prevention of development of long-term diabetic complications, including cardiovascular diseases, peripheral neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, etc. Awareness of the risks of development of diabetic complications promotes the higher public awareness of the importance of healthy nutrition, regular physical activity, and a healthy lifestyle. The aim of the study was to carry out a blood glucose screening of individuals aged 18-21 years to analyze the impact of the risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus on the blood glucose levels, as well as to increase the awareness among higher education students about the importance of regular blood glucose screening for prevention of diabetes and prediabetic states. The level of glucose in capillary blood was determined using a glucometer with individual test strips, the data concerning the risk factors for diabetes taken in the form of a voluntary anonymous survey.