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Comparing Blood Glucose Levels with HbA1c
| Avg. glucose, mg/dl |
Level you are at |
HbA1c, % |
| 90 - 120 |
Excellent |
5 - 6 |
| 130 - 165 |
Good |
7 - 8 |
| 165 - 195 |
Good/Fair |
8 - 9 |
| 195 - 240 |
Fair |
9 - 10 |
| 240 - 270 |
Fair/Poor |
10 - 11 |
| 270 - 300 |
Poor |
11 - 12 |
| 300 + |
Poor/Critical |
12 + |
Rotating blood glucose testing pattern
How to test your own blood sugar without becoming a pincushion!
| When to test |
Fasting |
1-2 hrs after breakfast |
Before lunch |
1-2 hrs after lunch |
Before dinner |
1-2 hrs after dinner |
Bedtime |
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Your Blood Sugar Goals
Goals depend on your testing time
- Fasting and before meals - 80 to 120
- 1 - 2 hours after meals - less than 160 to 180
- Bedtime - 100 to 140
Keep a chart and over time you will learn what your average daily blood sugar levels are. This is useful information for you and your doctor.
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