How To Diagnose Type 1 Diabetes Vs Type 2?

Type 1 diabetes is typically diagnosed through blood tests that detect autoantibodies, which indicate an autoimmune reaction destroying insulin-producing cells, and it often presents with sudden onset symptoms like increased thirst and frequent urination. Type 2 diabetes is usually diagnosed through tests that measure blood glucose levels, such as the A1C test or fasting blood sugar test, often in the context of risk factors like obesity, family history, and gradual symptom development.