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The A1C test can also be called the hemoglobin A1C, HbA1c, glycated hemoglobin, or glycohemoglobin test. Hemoglobin is a member of a red blood cell that carries oxygen to the body cells. The A1C test is a blood test that provides information about the average levels of blood glucose, it is also called blood sugar…

Early increase in HbA1c trajectory predicts development of severe microangiopathy in patients with type 1 diabetes. The HbA1c trajectory study from the time of diagnosis to examine if patients at the greatest risk for severe microangiopathy can be identified early allowing clinicians to intervene as soon as possible to avoid complications. Research design and methodsIn…

As we are exploring potential risk differences depending on age, sex, and follow-up time.This is done by research linking type 2 diabetes and depression mostly relied on hospital-based diagnoses or prescription data, overlooking many outpatient diagnoses. We aimed to quantify the risks of depression in individuals newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and type 2…

The longer a person has diabetes and the more uncontrolled the disease is, the higher the risk of complications.Ultimately, diabetes complications can be disabling or even life-threatening.The following are some possible complications of diabetes in general, namely: Cardiovascular disease. Diabetes can increase the risk of various problems with the cardiovascular system. This includes coronary artery…

15 Ways to keep your body organs healthy 1. Eat healthy Eating a combination of different foods, including fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains can help to maintain body organs. Adults should maintain at least 400g of balanced diet daily. This can be achieved by eating lots of vegetables and fruit. 2. Controlling blood…

The STOMACH The STOMACH is injured when you do not have breakfast in the morning. The KIDNEYS The KIDNEYS are injured when you do not even drink 10 glasses of water in 24 hours. The GALLBLADDER The GALLBLADDER is injured when you do not even sleep until 11 o’clock and do not wake up to…

Is it safe to drink alcohol if you have diabetes?Many people with diabetes can safely drink alcohol in moderation. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025, “moderation” means: Up to two drinks per day for menUp to one drink per day for womenOne drink is considered: 12 ounces of beer (5 percent alcohol)5 ounces…

Normal ranges of blood sugar in people without diabetes With someone without any type of diabetes, blood sugar ranges are generally between 70 to 99 mg/dL (3.9 to 5.5 mmol/L) fasting and under 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) after a meal. For a person without any type of diabetes, blood sugar levels are generally between 70…

Identify non-glycemic factors affecting the relationship between fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), in order to refine diabetes diagnostic criteria. ResearchRelationship between FPG–HbA1c was assessed in 12 531 individuals from 2001 to 2018 US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Using a recently described method, FPG and HbA1c were used to calculate apparent…