Classification of Diabetes

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Classification of Diabetes

In 1997, the ADA also revised the classification of diabetes. The new designations are based upon the cause, not treatment, for each class of diabetes. Where numbers are used for type classification, Arabic numerals have replaced Roman numerals for greater clarity and ease.

There are four clinical classes of diabetes:

  • Type 1
  • Type 2
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Other