What are the tests for diabetic neuropathy?

Exams and tests: Diagnosis based largely on symptoms, medical history, and physical exam. It is diagnosed using tests that check for a protein called Albumin in the urine, which is an indicator of kidney damage.

Nerve Biopsy: There are new test that help diagnosis the degree and severity of diabetic neuropathy. Epidermal nerve fiber testing is a new way to test for neuropathy. Also having a emg/ncv (nerve flow test) perfomred will also assist in diagnosing neuropathy. A thorough clinical exam by your docotor will also help in diagnosisng your problem with tunning forks, and monofilament testing.

Vibration, touch: Risk factors for neuropathy include poorly controlled diabetes, diabetes for more than 10 years. Test for neuropathy include a vibratory test using a tuning fork or biothesiometer, touch test using a monofilament. Also answers to questions such as do you feel burning tingling sensation? Ants crawling on your legs? Blood tests may include vit. B deficiencies along with blood sugar 3 month average.