A member asked:

A1c is 6.4. but fasting is still between 6.6 and 7.6. all daytime readings are under 7.0. is that okay? good control? can't get fasting to drop!

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Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

HbA1C: The hemoglobin A-1 C is not meant to be tested on a daily basis. It looks at 120 days more or less mean control. It is recommended to check the hemoglobin A-1 C every six months and that is what insurance covers. You can check it every three months because it is dependent on the turnover time of your red blood cells which is 120 days. If you're Blood sugars are running as you state your fine.

Answered 11/28/2017

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