how to read a glucose test

Reading a glucose test involves understanding the numbers and what they mean for your health. Here’s a quick guide:

• Normal Blood Sugar Levels:

  • Fasting (before eating): 70–99 mg/dL
  • 2 hours after eating: Less than 140 mg/dL

• Prediabetes:

  • Fasting: 100–125 mg/dL
  • 2 hours after eating: 140–199 mg/dL

• Diabetes:

  • Fasting: 126 mg/dL or higher
  • 2 hours after eating: 200 mg/dL or higher

For A1C tests, which measure average blood sugar over 2–3 months:

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

Always consult your healthcare provider to interpret your results and discuss next steps.