is 122 a high blood sugar

A blood sugar level of 122 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:

• Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating):

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

  A fasting blood sugar level of 122 mg/dL falls into the prediabetes range, indicating higher-than-normal blood sugar levels but not yet in the diabetic range.

• Post-Meal Blood Sugar (1–2 hours after eating):

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

  If 122 mg/dL is measured after eating, it is considered normal.

Next Steps:

• If this is a fasting result, consult your doctor for further evaluation, including an A1C test or oral glucose tolerance test.
• Lifestyle changes, such as a healthy diet and regular exercise, can help manage blood sugar levels and prevent progression to diabetes.