MBG Diabetes biometrics

What are normal range results for the glucose tolerance test?

a blood sugar level of 140 mg/dL or lower

What are glucose tolerance test prediabetes results?

140 to 199 mg/dL

What are positive diabetes results for the glucose tolerance test?

200 mg/dL or higher

A fasting blood sugar level of 99 mg/dL or lower is?

normal

Fasting blood sugar results of 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates?

prediabetes

Fasting blood sugar results 126 mg/dL or higher indicates?

diabetes

Random Blood Sugar Test 200 mg/dL or higher indicates?

diabetes

A1C Test tests blood sugar levels over how long?

several months

What is a normal A1c level?

5.7%

What is a prediabetic A1c level?

between 5.7 and 6.4%

What is a diabetic A1c level?

6.5 or higher

Fiber is an important nutrient for controlling diabetes. T/F

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What are the recommended fiber intake amounts for men and women?

about 25g/day for adult women and 30 g/day for men is encouraged.

What are the 4 types of diabetes?

Prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2, Gestational

What are the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes?

Being over 45 years old, having a family history of Type 2 or prediabetes, being overweight, exercising less than 3 times a week

What ethnic groups are at higher risk for developing diabetes?

African American, Hispanic/Latino American, American Indian, or Alaska Native (some Pacific Islanders and Asian Americans)

Can type 1 diabetes develop in adulthood? T/F

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At what week in pregnancy does gestational diabetes usually show up?

weeks 24-28