Difference between revisions of "HYPOGLYCAEMIA-DIAGNOSIS"
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<br/>1) Signs and symptoms consistent with hypoglycemia | <br/>1) Signs and symptoms consistent with hypoglycemia | ||
<br/>2) Associated low glucose level (< 55 mg/dL) | <br/>2) Associated low glucose level (< 55 mg/dL) | ||
<br/>3) Relief of symptoms with supplemental glucose | <br/>3) Relief of symptoms with supplemental glucose | ||
Latest revision as of 02:29, 21 March 2023
SUMMARY
The diagnosis of hypoglycemia is not based on an absolute blood glucose level; it requires fulfillment of the Whipple triad:
1) Signs and symptoms consistent with hypoglycemia
2) Associated low glucose level (< 55 mg/dL)
3) Relief of symptoms with supplemental glucose
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