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Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD 🩺

A blood sugar level of 146 mg/dL can be considered high depending on when it was measured:

  • Fasting Blood Sugar: If measured after fasting (not eating for at least 8 hours), a level of 146 mg/dL is higher than the normal range (70–99 mg/dL) and may indicate prediabetes or diabetes.
  • Post-Meal Blood Sugar: If measured 1–2 hours after eating, a level of 146 mg/dL is slightly elevated but may still be within a manageable range for some individuals.

Normal Blood Sugar Ranges:

  • Fasting: 70–99 mg/dL
  • Post-Meal (1–2 hours): Less than 140 mg/dL

If your blood sugar is consistently high, consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and management.

Last updated: 1/12/2025

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