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What does a 6.2% hemoglobin A1c mean?

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What does a 6.2% hemoglobin A1c mean?

In general, below 5.7% is normal. Between 5.7% and 6.4% is diagnosed as prediabetes. 6.5% or higher in two separate tests indicates diabetes.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How to increase hemoglobin immediately?

One way of coping with anemia is to increase your iron intake. You can do this by eating foods rich in iron. These include spinach, liver and organ meat, cabbage, green beans, and tofu. Folate is a vitamin that your body uses to create haem and is present in spinach, rice, and meat. This way you can increase your hemoglobin levels quickly without medications.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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Is blood donation harmful to a person's health?

No it is not harmful.The doctor will advise you blood donation after testing your blood. If you do not have any blood related disorders such as hemophillia you can donate blood to your loved ones in case of emergency.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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Do tattoos affect blood tests?

Tatoos do not affect blood tests. However, blood tests might show some inflammation or signs of infections.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What happens when HbA1c is high?

A high HbA1c means you have too much sugar in your blood. This means you are more likely to develop diabetes complications, like serious problems with your eyes and feet

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How to improve my hb count of 9?

One way to increase hemoglobin content in the blood is to increase your iron intake. You can do this by eating foods rich in iron. These include spinach, liver and organ meat, cabbage, green beans, and tofu. Folate is a vitamin that your body uses to create haem and is present in spinach, rice, and meat. This way you can increase your hemoglobin levels quickly without medications.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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