Hidden diabetes found in ER: simple blood test could save lives

NCT ID NCT04653545

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looked for undiagnosed type 2 diabetes in over 5,000 adults visiting the emergency room. Researchers used a standard blood test (HbA1c) to find patients with high blood sugar who didn't know they had diabetes. The goal was to see how common hidden diabetes is in ER patients and to help start treatment early.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tameside Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

    Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 9RW, United Kingdom

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