A1c range defines prediabetes?

A1c range defines prediabetes?

• A. 4.0-5.6%
• B. 5.0-5.6%
• C. 5.7-6.4%
• D. 6.5-7.4%

Answer: (C)

Prediabetes is defined by an A1c that sits above normal but below diabetes: specifically, an A1c range of 5.7% to 6.4%. The A1c test reflects average blood glucose over roughly the past three months, so this range means your average glucose is higher than normal but not yet at diabetes levels. Values below 5.7% are considered normal, while 6.5% or higher indicates diabetes. When A1c falls in the 5.7–6.4% window, the emphasis is on lifestyle changes—weight management, healthier eating, and regular activity—to lower the risk of progression to diabetes and improve overall health.

Prediabetes is defined by an A1c that sits above normal but below diabetes: specifically, an A1c range of 5.7% to 6.4%. The A1c test reflects average blood glucose over roughly the past three months, so this range means your average glucose is higher than normal but not yet at diabetes levels. Values below 5.7% are considered normal, while 6.5% or higher indicates diabetes. When A1c falls in the 5.7–6.4% window, the emphasis is on lifestyle changes—weight management, healthier eating, and regular activity—to lower the risk of progression to diabetes and improve overall health.