How do I convert my eAG to A1C?
The relationship between A1C and eAG is described by the formula 28.7 X A1C – 46.7 = eAG.
What is normal eAG level?
The normal value for eAG is between 70 mg/dl and 126 mg/dl (A1C: 4% to 6%). A person with diabetes should aim for an eAG less than 154 mg/dl (A1C < 7%) to lower the risk for diabetes complications.
What is the difference between A1C and eAG?
Monitoring measures your blood glucose at a moment in time, whereas eAG/A1C represent an average of your glucose levels 24 hours a day, including times when people are less likely to check their blood sugar (for example, post-meal periods of higher blood sugar).
What is my A1C If my average blood sugar is 126?
For example, if your A1C target is below 7%, your self-monitoring blood sugar levels should be, on average, below 154 mg/dL (8.6 mmol/L)….A1C and self-monitoring.
| A1C level | Estimated average blood sugar (glucose) level |
|---|---|
| 6% | 126 mg/dL (7 mmol/L) |
| 7% | 154 mg/dL (8.6 mmol/L) |
| 8% | 183 mg/dL (10.2 mmol/L) |
| 9% | 212 mg/dL (11.8 mmol/L) |
Can I calculate my A1C at home?
You can also find home A1C kits in most pharmacies such as CVS and at Walmart. A1C kits that require you to collect a blood sample at home and send it to a lab is also available. One FDA-cleared kit that I’ve tried is the Home Access Health home A1C test which was $40 (as of September 2020).
What is my A1C If my average blood sugar is 137?
A1C test
| Type of results | A1C | Estimated average blood glucose level (mg/dL) |
|---|---|---|
| normal A1C results | below 5.7% | below 117 |
| prediabetes A1C results | 5.7 to 6.4% | 117 to 137 |
| diabetes A1C results | above 6.4% | above 137 |
What does it mean if your EAG is high?
A higher than normal EAG indicates that your blood sugar is not being controlled sufficiently. Knowing this will allow your healthcare professional to alter your treatment plan and suggest lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of complications due to diabetes.
How do I lower my EAG?
General diet tips to lower A1C levels include:
- being mindful of portion sizes.
- eating regularly, every 3-5 hours.
- eating similar sized portions at meals and snacks.
- planning meals ahead of time.
- keeping a journal of food, medication, and exercise.
- spreading out carbohydrate-rich foods throughout the day.
How do I lower my eAG?
What does a A1C of 7.0 mean?
Your A1C Result A normal A1C level is below 5.7%, a level of 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes, and a level of 6.5% or more indicates diabetes. Within the 5.7% to 6.4% prediabetes range, the higher your A1C, the greater your risk is for developing type 2 diabetes.