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How does HbA1C work?
How does HbA1C work?
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.
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What causes HbA1c to increase?
Uncontrolled blood glucose levels can cause HbA1C to increase.
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How fast can one change the HbA1c result?
One can change HBA1C results within six weeks.
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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.
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Are people who are experiencing HbA1c 6.5 diabetic?
No, they fall under prediabetes.
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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.
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