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HomeHealth QueryHbA1c Test (Hemoglobin A1c)Is an A1C of 17.1 bad?...
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  • 35 Years
  • 13/09/2023

Is an A1C of 17.1 bad?

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Dr. Dr Vasanthasree Nair

Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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  • MBBS
  • 15+ Yrs
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Yes. Anything higher than 9 is bad and one must consult with a diabetologist at the earliest.

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