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I am 49, female. My FBS is 97, but my HbA1c is 6.89. Why?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I got my blood test results today. My fasting blood sugar is 97 mg/dL. But, my HbA1c is 6.89 with mean blood glucose at 144. I am going through premenopause and I am 49 years old female.

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your message. I think I can help you.

This suggests a possible impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). I would recommend getting an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). While many consider it outdated, I think it would yield a diagnosis in your case. Upload the report for further suggestions.

Meanwhile, start a diabetic diet. Avoid sugar and a high-carbohydrate diet.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Over the last three months, I have been pretty stressed since my daughter got married 33 days ago. Will this have any effect on the test? Does this mean that I am diabetic or have a high disposition to diabetes?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saumya Mittal is a Family Physician with specialization in Diabetology and Internal Medicine. He is also trained in the management of diabetes and Vitamin D deficiency. His expertise includes managing diabetes, metabolic disorders, chronic diseases, and complex medical conditions with a strong focus on preventive healthcare. Dedicated to patient well-being, he combines evidence-based medicine with a personalized approach to improve long-term health outcomes.

Additional Credentials

  • Certified in Management of Diabetes

  • Diploma in Vitamin D Deficiency and Treatment

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

If the OGTT comes out to be positive, then you may be a diabetic. As of now, I would suggest that you have a predilection for diabetes. However, a high-calorie diet may have influenced HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin), in which case, OGTT should be normal. Stress as such would not cause this.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At August 14, 2018
Reviewed At December 18, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saumya Mittal is a Family Physician with specialization in Diabetology and Internal Medicine. He is also trained in the management of diabetes and Vitamin D deficiency. His expertise includes managing diabetes, metabolic disorders, chronic diseases, and complex medical conditions with a strong focus on preventive healthcare. Dedicated to patient well-being, he combines evidence-based medicine with a personalized approach to improve long-term health outcomes.

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  • Certified in Management of Diabetes

  • Diploma in Vitamin D Deficiency and Treatment

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saumya Mittal is a Family Physician with specialization in Diabetology and Internal Medicine. He is also trained in the management of diabetes and Vitamin D deficiency. His expertise includes managing diabetes, metabolic disorders, chronic diseases, and complex medical conditions with a strong focus on preventive healthcare. Dedicated to patient well-being, he combines evidence-based medicine with a personalized approach to improve long-term health outcomes.

Additional Credentials

  • Certified in Management of Diabetes

  • Diploma in Vitamin D Deficiency and Treatment

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