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Hba1c 5.4 (<5.5 normal). fbs 5.3 ( <6.0 normal) with last meal 14 hours before test. family hx of diabetes. is fbs too high? at risk range? thnx.

Q: hba1c 5.4 (<5.5 normal). fbs 5.3 ( <6.0 normal) with last meal 14 hours before test. family hx of diabetes. is fbs too high? at risk range? thnx.

Diabetes: Relax! There is no evidence, based on your numbers, that suggests you have diabetes. That said, with a family history of diabetes it would be wise to get advice from the family about the best foods and drinks for someone concerned about diabetes.

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Diabetes: Relax! There is no evidence, based on your numbers, that suggests you have diabetes. That said, with a family history of diabetes it would be wise to get advice from the family about the best foods and drinks for someone concerned about diabetes.

Answered 5/14/2017

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A member asked:

Hba1c 5.4 (<5.5 normal). fbs 5.3 ( <6.0 normal) with last meal 14 hours before test. family hx of diabetes. is fbs too high? at risk range? thnx.

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