The ADA uses the hemoglobin A1C blood test, which shows a person’s average blood sugar levels over the past three months, to diagnose prediabetes. “It measures the amount of sugar attached to ...

A1C measurements can indicate whether you have diabetes or prediabetes. Having prediabetes increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Within the prediabetes range, having a higher ...

Dr. Peterson says this blood test is used to diagnose diabetes and prediabetes and help people with diabetes manage their condition. The A1C test differs from regular blood glucose monitoring in ...

The A1c test is a blood test that measures your average blood glucose (blood sugar) over a three-month period. It helps ...

Parameters that indicate prediabetes are: A1C levels between 5.7% and 6.4% fasting blood sugar level between 100 and 126 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) Once you fall below these ranges ...

In November 2022, my A1C came in at 5.7%, and my glucose level was 124 mg/dL (although I had not fasted for those tests). My endocrinologist was very concerned about prediabetes. For the next few ...

In November 2022, my A1C came in at 5.7%, and my glucose level was 124 mg/dL (although I had not fasted for those tests). My endocrinologist was very concerned about prediabetes. For the next few ...

HbA1c tests provide an average indication of blood sugar control over the past 2-3 months, which helps in managing diabetes and identifying prediabetes. It is influenced by factors beyond diet ...

In November 2022, my A1C came in at 5.7%, and my glucose level was 124 mg/dL (although I had not fasted for those tests). My endocrinologist was very concerned about prediabetes. For the next few ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 63-year-old woman. I walk or do the elliptical four to five times per week for 30-40 minutes, and I also do strength training at the gym three times per week.