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A1c (Glycohemoglobin, HgbA1c)

What is the normal expected A1c range for a type 1 diabetic? What changes should I make to my son’s care?

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For the past year, my daughter, a competitive swimmer, has had an elevated A1c, even though she takes a lot of insulin. Is her exercise causing her to need so much insulin? Does she have absorption issues? Should she inject closer to muscle?

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I was diagnosed with diabetes just before my daughter’s birth. Should I be concerned about her most recent blood sugar and A1c?

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Due to random elevated blood sugars, I had A1cs done on my seven children. All but one were over 6.0. What does this mean?

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Why don’t all pediatric endocrinologists use in-office A1c devices? Our doctor in Ohio used one, but we can’t find one in Florida who does.

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I have MODY3. My A1c went from 6.5 to 7 in a six week period. My diabetes consultant wasn’t concerned, but I am worried about the highs I am having. What is your opinion?

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Does anyone know where I can find an article regarding how the presence of a diabetes school plan affected the child’s final glycohemoglobin?

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Does an A1c of 7.0 mean an average blood glucose of 170 mg/dl [9.4 mmol/L] or 150 mg/dl [8.3 mmol/L]? What is the timeframe the A1c measures?

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Should I change endocrinologists to find someone to allow us to switch my son to a pump? Because my son’s A1c is usually over 10, I am worried about damage, but our diabetes team will not approve a pump for him.

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I have recently relocated to Iowa and am changing doctors. When I made an appointment with a Family Practice doctor, they scheduled me for lab work. I was asked to fast for a hemoglobin A1c. Can you tell me why this is important or necessary?

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