Objective: To investigate prevalence and relevant factors of diabetes mellitus among permanent inhabitant in Shenzhen.
Methods: The prevalence of 8 200 inhabitants aged over 20 in Shenzhen was studied. Blood glucose was determined by glucose - oxidase method.
Results: According to the WHO diagnostic standard, the prevalence rates of DM and IGT were 4.23% and 11.94% respectively. The prevalence increased apparently with age. The history of clan and overweight were related to the prevalence rates of DM and IGT. The people of DM and IGT were mostly accompanied with high levels of triglyceride, total cholesterol, uric acid, creatinine and low level of high dense lipoprotein (HDL).
Conclusion: The history of clan, old age, overweight and higher fattiness were found risk factors of DM and IGT.