hrp0084p2-290 | Diabetes | ESPE2015

C-Peptide Variation after the Diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes in Paediatric Age

Correia Joana , Mendes Catarina , Pinheiro Marina , Preto Clara , Cardoso Helena , Oliveira Maria Joao , Borges Teresa

Background: C-peptide secretion is the most accurate measurement of residual β-cell function in type 1 diabetes (T1D) and even residual levels seem to positively correlate with a lower probability of complications.Objective and hypotheses: Identify key determinants to the evolution of the β pancreatic cell function, measured by fasting C-peptide (FCP).Method: Prospective study of patients diagnosed with T1D, with evaluati...