diabetesType

Type of diabetes mellitus.

Valid Values Description Source
gestational A type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy because of insulin resistance or reduced production of insulin.
type 1 A type of diabetes stemming from an autoimmune condition that damages the pancreas and impairs insulin production.
type 2 A type of diabetes stemming from genetic factors and other chronic conditions that affects the body's response to insulin.
unknown The subject's type of diabetes is unknown.