Epidemiology of Study Groups
| Characteristic | NIDDM patients | Control subjects | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number | 10 | 10 | |
| Age (y) | 53 ± 8 | 60 ± 8 | NS |
| Plasma glucose (fasting; mmol/L) | 8.7 ± 1.8 | 5.2 ± 0.6 | <0.01 |
| Plasma hemoglobin A1c (%) | 8.3 ± 1.7 | 5.1 ± 0.1 | <0.01 |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 33 ± 6 | 26 ± 3 | <0.05 |
| Plasma cholesterol (mmol/L) | 5.9 ± 1.2 | 5.6 ± 1.0 | NS |
NS = not statistically significant.
Values are mean ± SD.