Summary
| Direction in Type 2 Diabetes | ↑ Elevated — higher than in the comparison group |
|---|---|
| Category | Metabolic |
| Compared against | T2D vs general/healthy population |
| Source | Nelson et al. 2018 — doi:10.1016/j.ccl.2017.12.005 |
| Condition atlas | Type 2 Diabetes Biomarker Atlas |
Related Metabolic markers in Type 2 Diabetes
Full list: Type 2 Diabetes Biomarker Atlas.
Frequently asked questions
Is Triglycerides high or low in Type 2 Diabetes?
Elevated. Studies summarised in the OSMF atlas report higher Triglycerides in Type 2 Diabetes than in the reference group of the cited comparison (T2D vs general/healthy population). Source: Nelson et al. 2018.
Which test measures Triglycerides?
The atlas record does not list a standardised clinical test code (LOINC) for Triglycerides, which usually means it was measured with research assays or study-specific protocols rather than a routine clinical panel. Check the cited source for the exact method.
Is one abnormal Triglycerides result diagnostic of Type 2 Diabetes?
No. No single biomarker is diagnostic of Type 2 Diabetes. Triglycerides findings come from group comparisons, overlap considerably between patients and controls, and vary with study design, timing and comparison group. A result should be interpreted by a clinician alongside symptoms, history and other tests.
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Last reviewed: 2026-07-02 · Page generated from type-2-diabetes.json · Browse: Type 2 Diabetes atlas · Biomarker Index · All marker pages
Disclaimer: This page is an educational synthesis of published, peer-reviewed research and is not medical advice. Biomarker findings vary across studies with case definitions, comparison groups, timing and assay methods. Direction of change reflects the predominant finding in the cited source and does not establish a diagnostic threshold. Discuss any test result with a qualified clinician.