Is HbA1c 6.8 high, normal or dangerous? What does Glycosylated hemoglobin level 6.8 mean?

Your HbA1c level of 6.8 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	4.272
5-10 years	4.562
10-15 years	4.872
15-20 years	5.203
20-25 years	5.557
25-30 years	5.531
30-35 years	5.505
35-40 years	5.479
40-45 years	5.454
45-50 years	5.429
50-55 years	5.404
55-60 years	5.379
60-70 years	5.354
70-80 years	5.329
80-90 years	5.691
90-100 years	5.665
>100 years	5.639

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

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Kidney damage
Eye damage
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	4.28
5-10 years	4.58
10-15 years	4.901
15-20 years	5.244
20-25 years	5.611
25-30 years	5.583
30-35 years	5.556
35-40 years	5.529
40-45 years	5.502
45-50 years	5.475
50-55 years	5.448
55-60 years	5.422
60-70 years	5.396
70-80 years	5.37
80-90 years	5.344
90-100 years	5.318
>100 years	5.69

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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.

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