To measure if you’ve got high,- low,- or healthy blood sugar levels, you’ve got a special test called the A1C test. This test is done by your healthcare provider and, measures your blood sugar level for the past 3 months to see a good average. This test will tell you if you have healthy blood sugar levels, or that you’re suffering from prediabetes or diabetes.
Blood Sugar Levels Chart
The test tells you in percentages if your blood sugar is healthy. The big question is? What percentage is healthy and what is too high or even dangerous? Well, your normal A1C level is about 5%. An increased risk of diabetes, also called prediabetes, is an A1C level of 5.7% to 6.4%. 6.5% or above means your blood sugar levels are also dangerously high, and you’re (possibly) suffering from diabetes type 2 and start treatment immediately.
It’s possible that the A1C may show different figures, in which case blood sugar levels are reported in estimated average glucose (eAG). These figures are also shown on a blood sugar meter, which is for most people more familiar. A1C levels work only for high blood sugar levels, in case you want to test if you’re suffering from hypoglycemia, you should use a blood glucose meter or visit your healthcare provider to test your blood sugar levels. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL is considered low blood sugar.
Causes of High & Low Blood Sugar Levels
Both hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia have many causes. Possible causes of low blood sugar are taking too much insulin, drinking alcohol, hot & humid weather, unexpected changes in your schedule, spending time in your schedule, menstruation, and going through puberty. Low blood sugar is divided into 2 types, which are nighttime low blood sugar ad severe low blood sugar. High blood sugar causes undiagnosed diabetes, stress, dehydration, a lack of exercise, eating too much, and taking certain medications. Continue reading on the next page and read more about treatment options.Â
