Table 2. Parental perception of child's risk of developing type 1 diabetes.
| Perceived risk category | Low risk test result (n=64) | Increased risk test result (n=34) |
|---|---|---|
| No risk at all (n, %) | 7 (11)a | 0 (0) |
| Less risk than most people (n, %) | 21 (33) | 2 (6)a |
| Same risk as most people (n, %) | 28 (44) | 12 (35)a |
| Higher risk than most people (n, %) | 5 (8)b | 17 (50) |
| Will definitely develop diabetes (n, %) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
| Uncertain (n, %) | 3 (5) | 3 (9) |
a
Underestimate of risk.
b
Could be an overestimate or accurate if relatives with T1D.