Prevalence of Fasting Blood Sugar Above Normal in Adult Population in Rw 01, Notoprajan Village, Yogyakarta City

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Authors: Rajulul Khadrah
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Abstract

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a growing global and national health problem, with the majority of cases undiagnosed. Screening at the community level plays a crucial role in the early detection of hyperglycemia and the prevention of complications. This study aims to measure the prevalence of blood sugar results when above normal in adult population in RW 01 Notoprajan Village, Yogyakarta City—that is, Blood Sugar At Time (GDS) results above normal (hyperglycemia)—in the adult population in RW 01, Notoprajan Village, Yogyakarta City. This study used a descriptive design with a cross-sectional approach involving 75 adult citizens who participated voluntarily. GDS measurements were performed with a calibrated portable glucometer according to standard procedures. GDS results with a value of ?200 mg/dL were categorized as above normal (hyperglycemia), referring to the guidelines of the Indonesian Endocrinology Association (PERKENI). The data were analyzed descriptively to calculate frequency and percentage. Of the 75 participants examined, 12 (16%) were found to have GDS results above normal (?200 mg/dL), while 63 (84%) had GDS results in the normal range (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention Public Health and Nutrition

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal Of Social Research
Volume
5
Issue
2
Pages
662–667
Publication date
10 January 2026