I am told I have Type 1 diabetes. Is there any test for that? How…

The primary test to diagnose Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is the HbA1C (glycated haemoglobin test). This helps determine your blood sugar levels in the past three months. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune response, where the body attacks the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Sometimes a viral infection may trigger the autoimmune response. There are blood tests and urine tests to check for antibodies common in Type 1 diabetes and may also be performed to differentiate Type 1 diabetes from Type 2. Tests like C-peptide, insulin auto-antibodies help your doctors estimate the level of insulin secreted by pancreas and thus differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Insugen-N is an intermediate-acting insulin that may be used along with other diabetes medications for controlling blood sugar levels in Type 1 and 2 diabetes. It is best to consult your doctor before starting any therapy for diabetes.