what is mg/dl means
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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.