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Are my fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels normal?

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Hi doctor,

I am a 25-year-old female. My husband, who is 30 years old, was diagnosed with diabetes. I was shocked about it, and I went for a fasting blood sugar test, where mine was 111. I was worried since it is considered prediabetic. So the doctor here told me to take an HbA1c test, and it was 4.8. So the doctor told me that I am alright and there is nothing to worry about. What should I do? I am stressed out.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Chandwadkar Ashish

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Well, FBS (fasting blood sugar) can be altered due to many reasons, and it shows only the present sugar in your body at the time you gave your blood. But HbA1c (glycosylated hemoglobin )can show you the effect of sugar and the long-term effects of it on the hemoglobin molecule, which is more reliable. If it is normal and your doctor told you you are fine, then believe it, and yes, please start lifestyle modifications after consulting your family GP or a diabetologist. Take care.

For more information, consult an internal medicine physician online.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At June 2, 2018
Reviewed At February 3, 2026

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MD General Medicine

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Education:

MD General Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chandwadkar Ashish is a General Medicine specialist. He specializes in dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of internal diseases. He completed his MD in General Medicine at Tver State Medical University. He has nine years of clinical experience. Currently, he is practicing in Gujarat.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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