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07/18/11 07:13 AM

"I already know the risk factors for CVD, my most recent HbA1c is 5.4 . Am I too low ?"
Asked By: stephen892  
Category: Heart Disease and Diabetes

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Age 57 Male (212ILBs) Diabetic type 2 A1C 5.4 CVD risk non-insulin Meds: Januvia, Starlix

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07/19/11 07:24 PM

Hello,

Thanks for asking dLife.

Congrats on achieving excellent blood glucose (sugar) control! Most people without diabetes have A1C between 4-6%.

A1C readings are three month blood sugar averages. A1C targets vary with each person. The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) recommends that A1C be under 6.5%.

Learn more about testing blood sugar!

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE
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