A1C values for non diabetic - Diabetes Message Board

kjarels · 01-23-2008, 02:23 PM

I recently had a physical and since diabetes runs in my family they ran a A1C on me. I think 6 was the cut off for being normal and mine came right in at 5.9, is this something to be worried about??

katolb90 · 01-24-2008, 07:31 PM

Ditto this question. I had an A1C value of 6.2. I have never had a fasting glucose over 100. Should I be concerned? What is the official test for diabetes? I do have some episodes of excessive hunger, but not necessarily daily. I urinate often, but I have had that problem for years so its hard for me to tell if it is worse now. My hand gets numb at night, but only on one side and my doctor attributed it to a disc problem in my neck (this is before the A1C test). I haven't lost any weight. I have had episodes of what I think is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) where I have a sensation of pounding in my chest (usually after I eat a heavy meal or have a drink). What should I do next?

SamQKitty · 01-24-2008, 08:49 PM

][/FONT]According to the Joslin Diabetes Center, the goals for no-diabetics are as follows:

Before breakfast (fasting) 100 or less

Before lunch, dinner and snack: less than 110

Two hours after a meal: Less than 140

Bedtime: Less than 120

A1c: Less than 6.0

Ruth

Cora1003 · 01-25-2008, 06:07 AM

Ditto Ruth.

Keep in mind that even if your fasting is ok, your post prandial (2 hours after the start of the meal) may be too high.

Cora

tb68 · 01-25-2008, 02:36 PM

If your A1C is 5.9 - you are diabetic. NO MINCING WORDS HERE.

However, not to fret too much, you are not in real trouble yet

Lose a few pounds.
Exercise more (cardio vs. strength)
Eat better (lower your carbs)
Sleep more and well.
Drink more water! (Cut out caffeine)

And you will be ok for many years.

You are withing the range where if you take care of yourself, all will be good. If you don't however, all will not be good.

I personally am shocked that others haven't told you this already. (!)

~ Mark

~ Mark