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The Leicester Risk Assessment score for detecting undiagnosed Type 2 diabetes and impaired glucose regulation for use in a multiethnic UK setting

Laura J. Gray, N. Taub, Kamlesh Khunti, Emma Gardiner, S Hiles, David R. Webb, B. T. Srinivasan, Melanie J. Davies

Diabetic Medicine · 2010 · 180 citations · 24 references

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Abstract

The Leicester Risk Assessment score can be used to identify those at high risk of impaired glucose regulation and Type 2 diabetes mellitus in UK multiethnic populations. The score is simple (seven questions) and non-invasive.

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