Table 1.
Demographic Characteristics and Biochemical Parameters
| Characteristic/Parameter | INF (n = 60) | UN (n = 58) |
|---|---|---|
| Sex | ||
| Male | 30 | 30 |
| Female | 30 | 28 |
| Age, years, median (range) | 46 (24–63) | 45 (22–63) |
| Random blood glucose, mg/dL | 179 (140–438) | 180.5 (140–198) |
| Hemoglobin A1c, % | 8.57 (6.5–12.5) | 8.9 (6.5–11.8) |
| Urea, mg/dL | 19.5 (12.34) | 21.9 (11–42) |
| Creatinine, mg/dL | 0.78 (0.3–1) | 0.85 (0.6–1.0) |
| Alanine aminotransferase, U/L | 17.7 (7–60) | 22.4 (7–92) |
| Aspartate aminotransferase, U/L | 27.8 (16–110) | 24.7 (11–68) |
Data are presented as geometric mean (range) unless otherwise indicated.
Abbreviations: INF, individuals with Strongyloides stercoralis infection with type 2 diabetes mellitus; UN, individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus and no Strongyloides stercoralis infection.