Is HbA1c 12.2 high, normal or dangerous? What does Glycosylated hemoglobin level 12.2 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: October 5, 2025

Your HbA1c level of 12.2 is a High HbA1c level.

High HbA1c levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 4 % and 5.7 %. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

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The normal HbA1c range for men is :4 - 5.7 %

**Ideal values of HbA1c depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal HbA1c value
<5 years	4.049
5-10 years	4.098
10-15 years	4.148
15-20 years	4.199
20-25 years	4.25
25-30 years	4.302
30-35 years	4.354
35-40 years	4.407
40-45 years	4.461
45-50 years	4.515
50-55 years	4.57
55-60 years	4.626
60-70 years	4.682
70-80 years	4.739
80-90 years	4.797
90-100 years	4.856
>100 years	4.915

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Kidney damage
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Foot damage
Alzheimer's disease
Heart and blood vessel disease

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Normal range of HbA1c found among women :4-5.7 %

**Ideal values of HbA1c depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal HbA1c value
<5 years	4.05
5-10 years	4.101
10-15 years	4.153
15-20 years	4.205
20-25 years	4.258
25-30 years	4.312
30-35 years	4.366
35-40 years	4.421
40-45 years	4.477
45-50 years	4.533
50-55 years	4.59
55-60 years	4.648
60-70 years	4.706
70-80 years	4.765
80-90 years	4.825
90-100 years	4.886
>100 years	4.947

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If you take a HbA1c blood test and the results are not in the normal range (4-5.7 %), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the HbA1c Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a HbA1c test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your HbA1c levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your HbA1c test results are usually available within a few hours.