how to read diabetes test results

Understanding diabetes test results is crucial for managing your health. Here’s a breakdown of common tests and their results:

A1C Test

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

Fasting Blood Sugar Test

• Normal: Less than 100 mg/dL
• Prediabetes: 100 to 125 mg/dL
• Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher

Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)

• Normal: Less than 140 mg/dL
• Prediabetes: 140 to 199 mg/dL
• Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher

Random Blood Sugar Test

• Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher (with symptoms like increased thirst, urination, or fatigue)

If your results fall into the prediabetes or diabetes range, consult your healthcare provider for a management plan. Regular monitoring and lifestyle changes can help manage or even reverse prediabetes.