is 124 high blood sugar

A blood sugar level of 124 mg/dL can be interpreted differently depending on when the measurement was taken:

• Fasting Blood Sugar: If measured after fasting (no food for at least 8 hours), a level of 124 mg/dL is considered elevated and may indicate prediabetes (100–125 mg/dL) or diabetes (126 mg/dL or higher).
• Post-Meal Blood Sugar: If measured 1–2 hours after eating, 124 mg/dL is generally within the normal range (typically less than 140 mg/dL).

If you consistently see fasting blood sugar levels around 124 mg/dL, it’s important to consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and testing, such as an A1C test, which provides an average blood sugar level over the past 3 months.