Such tests are necessary, as type 2 diabetes may or may not have noticeable symptoms, or symptoms may crossover with other conditions. The diagnosis often is made during an annual physical or checkup.
A blood sugar test measures the amount of sugar circulating in the blood. Blood sugar, or glucose, is a vital health metric, as it’s the main source of energy for most cells in the body.
Helping detect trends in blood glucose levels, even if the measurements are not entirely precise: For example, CGMs can show spikes or dips in blood glucose at times when it's inconvenient to check ...