is 126 blood sugar good
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. HealthMonitor
A blood sugar level of 126 mg/dL can indicate different things depending on the context:
- Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): If this is a fasting blood sugar level (measured after not eating for at least 8 hours), a reading of 126 mg/dL or higher may indicate prediabetes or diabetes. Normal fasting blood sugar levels are typically below 100 mg/dL.
- Random Blood Sugar: If this is a random blood sugar test (not fasting), a level of 126 mg/dL might be considered normal, but further testing (like an A1C test) may be needed to confirm.
Key Points:
- Normal Fasting Blood Sugar: Below 100 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL (fasting)
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher (fasting)
If your fasting blood sugar is consistently 126 mg/dL or higher, consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and testing, such as an A1C test, which provides an average blood sugar level over the past 2–3 months.