American Diabetes Association (ADA) Risk Calculator

This tool is intended for risk assessment and screening purposes. Patients with an elevated score or symptoms of diabetes should undergo formal diagnostic testing.

Score ≥5: 

• Patient is at high risk for type 2 diabetes.
• Recommend confirmatory testing (e.g., fasting glucose, HbA1c).
• Counsel on lifestyle modifications, such as diet and exercise, to reduce diabetes risk.
• Consider referral to diabetes prevention programs or nutrition specialists, if available.

Score <5: 

• Provide general advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Reassess risk periodically.
• Keep in mind that the patient may still be at risk for type 2 diabetes.