what is mean blood glucose
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
Mean blood glucose (MBG) refers to the average blood sugar level over a specific period, typically measured over several weeks or months. It is often estimated using the A1C test, which reflects your average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.
Here’s a quick reference for A1C and estimated average glucose (eAG):
A1C (%) eAG (mg/dL)
6 126
7 154
8 183
9 212
10 240
- Normal: Below 5.7% A1C
- Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4% A1C
- Diabetes: 6.5% or higher A1C
Monitoring your mean blood glucose helps in managing diabetes and reducing the risk of complications.