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I would want to know what my A1C is at least every 6 months. Discuss it with your doctors.
A HbA1C tells your historic average blood glucose level for the previous 90 days.
A red blood cell lives about 90 days before it is eliminated from your system. In the 1st 24 hours it takes on your average blood glucose number.
So it is a wonderful tool for doctors to use for treatment decisions.
A fasting blood test is just a moment in time and does not tell a story --- other than your bodies ability to produce a bit of insulin. And that you are eating within your carb tolerance for that one test.
Good luck.
The A1c test and glucose tests serve different purposes. The A1c test measures your average blood sugar levels over the past three months, giving a broader picture of your glucose control. Glucose tests, like fasting or random plasma glucose, show your blood sugar at a specific moment. A1c is generally more accurate for Show Full Answer
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