Glucose is the amount of glucose in the blood in mmol/L and can be measured by blood collected from a vein or by a portable glucose meter. Blood glucose is measured at different times and the range of reference values is different. If the fasting blood glucose is between 6.1mmol/L and 7.0mmol/L, it indicates impaired fasting; if the fasting blood glucose is greater than or equal to 7.0mmol/L twice, diabetes is considered.
Fasting blood glucose is between 8 mmol/L and 9 mmol/L, with indicators exceeding the reference range of normal values. If a single test exceeds normal values, it is recommended to recheck fasting glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin, and glucose tolerance test again. If the test results continue to exceed 7.0 mmol/L, it is suggested that diabetes is present, and prompt consultation is recommended to develop an appropriate glucose-lowering program with reference to other laboratory test results.
Along with medication, it is recommended to control the diet by reducing the intake of starchy and sugary foods, and fruits with high sugar content. In addition, appropriate physical activity also helps glucose metabolism. Medication with diet and exercise is a treatment plan that must be implemented for people with diabetes.