Risk Factors
Adults over age 45
If under 45, but are overweight and have one or more risk factors for prediabetes
Results come normal but are over 45, have risk factors, or have ever had gestational diabetes repeat A1C every 3 years
If results show you have prediabetes, repeat test every 1-2 years and work on improving health with doctor
No symptoms but test shows you have prediabetes or diabetes, get second test on a different day to confirm
If test shows you have diabetes, ask doctor to refer you to diabetes self-management education and support services so you can have the best start in managing diabetes
If have diabetes,,,take test 2 time per year
Take sample of blood from finger stick or arm
Normal level is below 5.7%; 5.7-6.4% prediabetes, and higher more likely to get diabetes