what fasting blood sugar is diabetes
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
A fasting blood sugar level is used to diagnose diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the following ranges apply:
- Normal: Less than 100 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 100 to 125 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher on two separate tests
If your fasting blood sugar is 126 mg/dL or higher, it indicates diabetes. It's important to confirm this with a healthcare professional, as additional tests like the A1C test or an oral glucose tolerance test may be required for a definitive diagnosis.