Some of the tests that your doctor will perform to monitor your diabetes and the status of any of its chronic complications.
The main things that interest your doctor are monitoring the control of your blood sugar, the control of your cholesterol and blood pressure, and the presence or progress of any long-term complications of your diabetes, and to check for the presence or absence of other related conditions.
Tests in this context can refer to clinical examination, such as checking the condition of your feet and testing the sensation, laboratory blood tests, and special tests, as indicated, such as scans or other images. Many of these your doctor can do himself and others may require referral to another specialist. A detailed eye examination is an example of the latter.