what is mg/dl means

mg/dL stands for milligrams per deciliter. It is a unit of measurement used to indicate the concentration of a substance in a specific volume of blood. In the context of blood sugar (glucose) levels, mg/dL is commonly used in the United States to measure how much glucose is present in your blood.

• Normal blood sugar levels typically range between 70-99 mg/dL when fasting.
• Prediabetes is indicated by levels between 100-125 mg/dL when fasting.
• Diabetes is diagnosed when fasting blood sugar levels are 126 mg/dL or higher.

This measurement helps healthcare providers assess and manage conditions like diabetes and prediabetes.