Diabetes Knowledge Quiz

Test your understanding of diabetes!

1. What is the normal fasting blood glucose level?

140-200 mg/dL
Below 70 mg/dL
70-100 mg/dL
Above 200 mg/dL

2. Which type of diabetes is autoimmune?

Type 1
Type 2
Gestational
Pre-diabetes

3. What does HbA1c measure?

Daily glucose
3-month average glucose
Insulin levels
Ketone levels

4. Which hormone regulates blood sugar?

Glucagon only
Cortisol
Adrenaline
Insulin

5. What is insulin resistance?

Body doesn't respond to insulin
No insulin production
Too much insulin
Liver produces no glucose

6. What is prediabetes?

Type 1 diabetes
Normal blood sugar
Borderline high blood sugar
Low blood sugar

7. Which is NOT a symptom of diabetes?

Increased thirst
Weight gain
Frequent urination
Fatigue

8. What causes type 2 diabetes mainly?

Viral infection
Autoimmune
Pancreas removal
Lifestyle factors

9. What is diabetic ketoacidosis?

Dangerous acid buildup
Low blood sugar
Kidney disease
Eye problem

10. How is gestational diabetes treated?

Insulin only
Oral medication only
Diet, exercise, sometimes insulin
No treatment needed
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