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Great question! Understanding these numbers is a key part of managing blood sugar. Here's a breakdown of the ranges based on the most common tests:

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
- Normal: Below 5.7%
- Prediabetes: 5.7% – 6.4%
- Diabetes: 6.5% or higher

Fasting Blood Sugar (Fasting Plasma Glucose)
- Normal: Below 100 mg/dL
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Great question! Understanding these numbers is a key part of managing blood sugar. Here's a breakdown of the ranges based on the most common tests:

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
- Normal: Below 5.7%
- Prediabetes: 5.7% – 6.4%
- Diabetes: 6.5% or higher

Fasting Blood Sugar (Fasting Plasma Glucose)
- Normal: Below 100 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 100 – 125 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher

Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (2 hours after sugary drink)
- Normal: Below 140 mg/dL
- Prediabetes: 140 – 199 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 200 mg/dL or higher

For day-to-day management, a healthy blood sugar range is generally between 70 and 180 mg/dL for most people with diabetes, though this can vary based on individual needs.

It's always a good idea to check with a healthcare provider to understand what target ranges are right for a specific situation.

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