High Prevalence of Abnormal Glucose Metabolism in Zhuang Population of Nanning, China

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Data from a recent study conducted by researchers from the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University and Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Medicine of Guangxi have revealed a staggering 37.52% prevalence of abnormal glucose metabolism among the Zhuang population in Nanning, China. The study, which involved a comprehensive physical examination of 1957 Zhuang adults, found that the risk factors for abnormal glucose metabolism include age, high BMI, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and alcohol consumption. The findings of this study have significant implications for diabetes prevention policies and interventions in the region.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study found a 37.52% prevalence of abnormal glucose metabolism among the Zhuang population in Nanning, with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and pre-diabetes (PDM) rates of 9.7% and 23.17%, respectively.
  • Risk factors identified for abnormal glucose metabolism include age, high BMI, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and alcohol consumption.
  • The study highlights the need for targeted intervention measures, such as enhanced health education, for high-risk populations to effectively implement diabetes prevention policies and interventions.
  • The researchers analyzed data from a sample of 1957 Zhuang adults, aged 18 and older, who underwent a comprehensive physical examination at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University in 2017.
  • Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 24.0, and abnormal glucose metabolism was diagnosed based on fasting blood glucose (GLU) and 2-h postprandial glucose (2hPG) levels.

Statistics:

  • 37.52% of the Zhuang population in Nanning, China, have abnormal glucose metabolism.
  • 9.7% of the Zhuang population in Nanning, China, have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
  • 23.17% of the Zhuang population in Nanning, China, have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes (PDM).
  • Age, high BMI, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and alcohol consumption are risk factors for abnormal glucose metabolism in the Zhuang population.

Sources:

  • Liao Lin et al. The Prevalence of Abnormal Glucose Metabolism and Its Correlates in the Zhuang Nationality, Nanning, Guangxi Province. Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, 2025.
  • First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University. Reports from First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University Provide New Insights into Diabetes Research (The Prevalence of Abnormal Glucose Metabolism and Its Correlates in the Zhuang Nationality, Nanning, Guangxi Province). Clinical Trials Week. October 20, 2025; p 451.
  • Wiley. Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis. Wiley, 111 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA. (www.wiley.com/)