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A 7-year-old child presents with a 3-week history of polyuria, polydipsia, and weight loss. A random plasma glucose level is 15.2 mmol/L. According to ISPAD guidelines, which of the following is required to confirm the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus?

An oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) must be performed immediately Fasting plasma glucose must be checked on two separate mornings No further laboratory testing is required to confirm diabetes in a classic symptomatic child An HbA1c level >8.5% is mandatory before initiating therapy

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No further laboratory testing is required to confirm diabetes in a classic symptomatic child

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