what your a1c means

Your A1C level is a measure of your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. It is expressed as a percentage and is used to diagnose and monitor diabetes and prediabetes. Here’s what the A1C ranges mean:

• Normal: Below 5.7%
• Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4%
• Diabetes: 6.5% or above

For people with diabetes, the A1C goal is typically 7% or less, but your doctor may set a different target based on your health condition. Higher A1C levels are associated with an increased risk of diabetes complications, so managing your A1C is crucial for long-term health.

Additionally, your A1C can be converted to an estimated average glucose (eAG) level, which is measured in mg/dL. For example:

A1C % eAG (mg/dL)

6 126
7 154
8 183
9 212
10 240

This helps you understand how your A1C translates to your daily blood sugar levels.