Q: what is a normal beta hemoglobin a1c level?

<6.0: You sould be having this checked at kleast every three to six months and it should always be less than 6.0.

Q: how accurate is a hemoglobin a1c test in indicating hypoglycemia?

Poor: Hba1c is fair at detecting chronically high bgs, but very poor at detecting low bgs. Fortunately, true low bgs are very rare and almost never sustained or recurrent. The sensation of "hypoglycemia", when related to sugar at all in people not treated with diabetes medications, is usually the normal response to low-ish sugars, which corrects them and keeps the body well.

Q: does an 8.3 hemoglobin a1c test result during pregnancy mean i am diabetic?

Yes: An 8.3% A1c gives you an average blood sugar of around 185 mmol/dl. This is in the diabetes range, especially for a pregnant person.

Q: could eating more carbohydrates increase a hemoglobin a1c test in a non-diabetic?

Probably not...: Your body has an incredible ability to regulate blood sugar levels and when this ability is intact, excess carbs will be converted and stored as fat, thus should not raise your a1c. Once the ability is diseased, the excess carbs/sugar stay as sugar, thus higher blood sugar in diabetic, and will raise your a1c over time. Moderation is key. Live a well-balance life. Live long. Consult doc. Good luck.

Q: what is the recommended carb intake for good diabetic control? my hemoglobin a1c is 6.0

Good Hga1c: You are in the range for a good controlled diabetic or prediabetes.The carb intake varies by individuals.If you eat 2,000 calories a day, you should consume about 250 grams of complex carbohydrates per day. A good starting place for people with diabetes is to have roughly 45 to 60 grams of carbs per meal and 15 to 30 grams for snacks At the most.

Q: can blood pressure medication or cholesterol medication cause your hemoglobin a1c to be elevated?

: Yes, there is a low risk of glucose intolerance which can occur with the use of statins (the primary drug class to reduce cholesterol). This can lead to elevated Hba1c, which is why it is important to eat healthy and maintain normal BMI even when one is taking statins. Certain beta-blocker and diuretics can increase Hba1c in diabetics, but I'm not aware whether this occurs in non-diabetics.

Question 1

is it possible to lower my hemoglobin a1c in a week?

Accepted Answer

No: It measures the average glucose over several weeks (more than 4) by the sugar pattern on the HGB molecule.  You can not shift that in short order.

Question 2

how can i lower my hemoglobin a1c levels?

Accepted Answer

Improve blood sugar: The way to improve your hga1c is to improve your average blood sugar.  Work to keep your fasting blood sugars near normal and watch your diet carefully so that the rise in blood sugar after a meal is not too high.

Question 3

what's a normal result for the  hemoglobin a1c test?

Accepted Answer

4 to 6: The normal range varies from lab to lab but is generally between about 4 and 6 percent.

Question 4

what do you suggest if my hemoglobin a1c was 7.4, should i be worried about my license?

Accepted Answer

License: You should be must more concerned with controlling your diabetes than worrying about your license for now. I think it is OK to drive your car but not drive a bus or truck. Work hard on getting your diabetes under control. Go on-line and look up NuVal. It will help you develop better eating habits.

Question 5

what is a normal beta hemoglobin a1c level?

Accepted Answer

<6.0: You sould be having this checked at kleast every three to six months and it should always be less than 6.0.

Question 6

how accurate is a hemoglobin a1c test in indicating hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Poor: Hba1c is fair at detecting chronically high bgs, but very poor at detecting low bgs. Fortunately, true low bgs are very rare and almost never sustained or recurrent. The sensation of "hypoglycemia", when related to sugar at all in people not treated with diabetes medications, is usually the normal response to low-ish sugars, which corrects them and keeps the body well.

Question 7

does an 8.3 hemoglobin a1c test result during pregnancy mean i am diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Yes: An 8.3% A1c gives you an average blood sugar of around 185 mmol/dl.  This is in the diabetes range, especially for a pregnant person.

Question 8

could eating more carbohydrates increase a hemoglobin a1c test in a non-diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: Your body has an incredible ability to regulate blood sugar levels and when this ability is intact, excess carbs will be converted and stored as fat, thus should not raise your a1c. Once the ability is diseased, the excess carbs/sugar stay as sugar, thus higher blood sugar in diabetic, and will raise your a1c over time. Moderation is key. Live a well-balance life. Live long. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 9

what is the recommended carb intake for good diabetic control? my hemoglobin a1c is 6.0

Accepted Answer

Good Hga1c: You are in the range for a good controlled diabetic or prediabetes.The carb intake varies by individuals.If you eat 2,000 calories a day, you should consume about 250 grams of complex carbohydrates per day. A good starting place for people with diabetes is to have roughly 45 to 60 grams of carbs per meal and 15 to 30 grams for snacks At the most.

Question 10

can blood pressure medication or cholesterol medication cause your hemoglobin a1c to be elevated?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, there is a low risk of glucose intolerance which can occur with the use of statins (the primary drug class to reduce cholesterol). This can lead to elevated Hba1c, which is why it is important to eat healthy and maintain normal BMI  even when one is taking statins. Certain beta-blocker and diuretics can increase Hba1c in diabetics, but I'm not aware whether this occurs in non-diabetics.

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