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The best AIC goal for type 2 diabetics

Diabetes & Endocrine System | Last Active: Aug 15, 2021 | Replies (18)

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Here is some information on Mayo Clinic guidelines for A1C results,

"Results
A1C test results are reported as a percentage. A higher A1C percentage corresponds to higher average blood sugar levels. The higher your A1C level, the higher your risk of developing diabetes or complications of diabetes.

For someone who doesn't have diabetes, a normal A1C level is below 5.7 percent. If your A1C level is between 5.7 and 6.4 percent, you have prediabetes (also called impaired fasting glucose), which means you have a high risk of developing diabetes in the future.

An A1C level of 6.5 percent or higher on two separate occasions shows that you have diabetes. An A1C level above 8 percent means that your diabetes is not well-controlled and you have a higher risk of developing complications of diabetes.

For most adults who have diabetes, an A1C level of 7 percent or less is a common treatment target. Lower or higher targets may be appropriate for some individuals. If your A1C level is above your target, your doctor may recommend a change in your diabetes treatment plan."

If you would like to read the entire article, here is the link, https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/a1c-test/about/pac-20384643

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@hopeful33250 My A1c has never been over 7 from what I remember, and the last two tests showed it under 5! I definitely am diabetic though, if I eat many carbs or sweets my blood sugar skyrockets. I asked my endocrinologist and my PCP who handles diabetes for many of his patients, if it is possible that I am no longer diabetic and they both said once you are diabetic you always are. I am finding this very confusing.
JK

Thank you Teresa for the accurate information. All healthy people like it.