Table 1.
Definition, importance of each metabolic factors and limitations of each metabolic syndrome diagnostic criteria
*Other features in AACE include: polycystic ovary syndrome; sedentary lifestyle; age; ethnicity (certain groups); and family history of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. HDL-C: high density lipoprotein-cholesterol, IS: insulin resistance, IGT: impaired glucose tolerance, IFG: impaired fasting glucose, T2DM: type 2 diabetes mellitus
