how do you know if your pre diabetic
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Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
To determine if you are prediabetic, healthcare professionals typically use the following tests:
- A1C Test: Measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. Prediabetes is indicated by an A1C level between 5.7% and 6.4%.
- Fasting Blood Sugar Test: Measures blood sugar after an overnight fast. Prediabetes is indicated by a fasting blood sugar level between 100 mg/dL and 125 mg/dL.
- Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT): Measures blood sugar before and after drinking a sugary drink. Prediabetes is indicated by a blood sugar level between 140 mg/dL and 199 mg/dL after 2 hours.
If your results fall within the prediabetes range, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and weight loss to prevent progression to type 2 diabetes.