The peroneal nerve is a branch of the sciatic nerve, which supplies movement and sensation to the lower leg, foot and toes. Common peroneal nerve dysfunction is a type of peripheral neuropathy (damage to nerves outside the brain or spinal cord).
Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Workup - Approach Considerations. 1  The need for and extent of laboratory studies vary, depending on the general state of the child's health. For most children, only urine testing for glucose and blood glucose measurement are required for a diagnosis of diabetes.
Doctors may test your child's blood to see whether he or she is getting enough nutrients in his or her diet. Getting a blood test will also help the doctor find out your child's blood type. Each person has a blood type: A, B, AB, or O. Each of these types can be positive (+) or negative (-).