is 126 high for blood sugar

A blood sugar level of 126 mg/dL can be considered high depending on the context:

• Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): If this reading is taken after fasting (not eating for at least 8 hours), a level of 126 mg/dL or higher may indicate diabetes. Normal fasting blood sugar levels are typically below 100 mg/dL, while levels between 100-125 mg/dL suggest prediabetes.
• Random Blood Sugar: If this is a random reading (not fasting), a level of 126 mg/dL may not necessarily indicate diabetes, but it should be monitored. A random blood sugar level of 200 mg/dL or higher is a potential sign of diabetes.

If you consistently see readings around 126 mg/dL, especially after fasting, consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and testing, such as an A1C test, which provides an average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months.