Sat, Nov-03-18, 12:28
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Plan: mostly milkfat
Stats: 190/152.4/154
BF:
Progress: 104%
Location: Ontario
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How Accurate is the A1C Test?
The A1C test has been standardized by the National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP). In the past, the A1C test was not used to diagnosis diabetes because there were many different types of A1C tests and the results could vary. The A1C is now standardized, and the acceptable variance can be up to 0.5% from what your actual result is. So if you result is 6.5% your actual reading could be anywhere from 6-7%. The A1c test is only one measure of your overall blood sugar control. You will also have a good idea of how well your diabetes is controlled by your daily blood sugar checks and how consistent you are with your medications and lifestyle interventions.
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The "big jumps" you're reporting are actually not huge when you consider the acceptable variance. I don't think you can really form anything but a false pattern from the numbers so far, none of which are diabetic. |