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Can an Hb1ac (9.2) be brought to 6 or below, and how?
Can an Hb1ac (9.2) be brought to 6 or below, and how?
Can an Hb1ac (9.2) be brought to 6 or below, and how?
Yes, with medications and regular exercise along with diet control, one can bring HbA1C levels lower.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
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What happens if HbA1c is 11.5?
An A1C above 9% increases the risk of long-term diabetes complications like blindness, nerve damage, and kidney failure.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
How does HbA1C work?
The amount of HbA1c formed is directly related to the amount of glucose in your blood. Red blood cells live for an average of 120 days, so HbA1c gives an indication of how much sugar there has been in your blood over the past few months.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
Are people who are experiencing HbA1c 6.5 diabetic?
No, they fall under prediabetes.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
How does A1C correlate with blood sugar?
The A1C test result is reported as a percentage. The higher the percentage, the higher your blood glucose levels have been. A normal A1C level is below 5.7 percent.
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Can I still be in the normal range if my first HbA1c is 6.5?
Yes, it depends on how well you maintain your HbA1C levels.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
HbA1c, Glycated Hemoglobin
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