Correct option is D
Ans. (d) Sol. Diabetes mellitus can be considered if the Random Blood Sugar (RBS) level is greater than 200 mg/dL, along with symptoms of hyperglycemia.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 80-100 mg/dl – This is a normal fasting blood sugar level, not indicative of diabetes.
· (b) 100-140 mg/dl – This range is considered impaired glucose tolerance or prediabetes, not diabetes.
· (c) >140 mg/dl – A level above 140 mg/dL may suggest elevated blood sugar, but >200 mg/dL is more definitive for diagnosing diabetes.
· (d) >200 mg/dl – Correct answer. An RBS level above 200 mg/dL, with symptoms, confirms diabetes.