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10/28/09 01:12 PM

" recent blood work showed a fasting glucose of 128. glucose tolerance test was 177 at 1/2 hr and 114 at an hr. My Aic is 5.8. Is this diabetes?"
Asked By: puchco  
Category: Prediabetes

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My mother and my paternal grandmother had type 2 diabetes and I am obese.

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10/30/09 09:50 PM

Hello,

Thanks for bringing your question to dLife.

What does your doctor say about the diagnosis of diabetes?

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) states: Fasting Blood Glucose level (FPG) equal to or greater than 126 mg/dL is considered provisional diagnosis of diabetes and must be confirmed. Fasting is defined as no caloric intake for at least 8 hours.

When using the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), a 2-hour postload glucose of 200 mg/dL or higher is considered provisional diagnosis of diabetes.

Since the HbA1c is not universally standardized, the ADA does not use it for diagnosing diabetes at this time.

With a family history of diabetes and obesity, I recommend that you see a registered dietitian about establishing a meal and exercise plan. He or she can help you to reduce your weight and improve your blood glucose level.

Take care.

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