- Patient sample characteristics.
| Parameters | T2DM | Healthy controls |
|---|---|---|
| Age (years), mean±SD | 59±9.1 | 46±5.3 |
| Gender | ||
| MaleFemale | 33 (53.2)29 (46.8) | 19 (57.5)14 (42.5) |
| HbA1c (%), mean±SD | 8.6±2.3 | 5.3±1.4 |
Values are presented as numbers and precentages (%) or mean ± standard deviation (SD). HbA1c: hemoglobin A1c, T2DM: type 2 diabetes mellitus