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Early diagnosis and prevention of diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is diagnosed when the majority of beta cells have been destroyed. Diagnosis of diabetes is preceded by a ?silent? phase, which could last for several years. In many cases, early markers may be found in blood. It is possible to identify relatives at risk of developing type 1 diabetes. Only a minority of relatives of type 1 diabetic patients presents an increased risk. The majority of relatives have a low risk of developing the disease. This means that their risk is comparable to the risk of the general population without a diabetic family member.

Who can participate?

First degree relatives fulfilling following criteria:

What does this screening imply?