Urine C-peptide creatinine ratio is a noninvasive alternative to the mixed-meal tolerance test in children and adults with type 1 diabetes.
- Besser, R.
- Ludvigsson, J.
- Jones, Angus G.
- McDonald, Timothy J.
- Shields, Beverley
- Knight, Bridget A.
- Hattersley, Andrew T.
Publication date
March 2011
DOI Publisher
American Diabetes Association Journal
issn:1935-5548Abstract
Stimulated serum C-peptide (sCP) during a mixed-meal tolerance test (MMTT) is the gold standard measure of endogenous insulin secretion, but practical issues limit its use. We assessed urine C-peptide creatinine ratio (UCPCR) as an alternative.RD&E staff can access the full-text of this article via OpenAthens. Click on the 'Additional Link' above to access the full-text and log in with NHS OpenAthens if prompted.DRF-2010-03-72/Department of Health/United Kingdo
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