how to read blood glucose test results
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
Understanding your blood glucose test results is crucial for managing diabetes or prediabetes. Here’s a quick guide:
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Normal Range:
- Fasting Blood Sugar: 70–99 mg/dL
- Postprandial (2 hours after eating): Less than 140 mg/dL
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Prediabetes Range:
- Fasting Blood Sugar: 100–125 mg/dL
- Postprandial: 140–199 mg/dL
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Diabetes Range:
- Fasting Blood Sugar: 126 mg/dL or higher
- Postprandial: 200 mg/dL or higher
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A1C Test Results:
- Normal: Below 5.7%
- Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4%
- Diabetes: 6.5% or higher
If your results fall outside the normal range, consult your healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.