What is the healthy range for A1C?
A normal A1C level is below 5.7%, a level of 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes, and a level of 6.5% or more indicates diabetes.
Last updated on 13 Sep 2023
The significance of the HbA1c test lies in the diagnosis and the prognosis of the diabetes patients, which lends it to a detailed understanding of insulin and insulin resistance.
You are recommended to move your body every day. Aim for 30-60 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days per week. Fill half of your plate with non-starchy veggies at every meal, as well as some lean protein and plant-based fat to assist with blood sugar control.
The hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the amount of blood sugar (glucose) attached to your hemoglobin.
Any value above 6.5 means that one has diabetes.
It is important for diabetics to have their A1C checked as it helps them to keep a check on diabetes.
Glycated Hemoglobin, HbA1c, Glycosylated Hemoglobin
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