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DIABETES MANAGEMENT - TARGETS FOR CONTROL
It is important to discuss appropriate targets for control with your doctor. Knowing your treatment goals would allow you to more actively participate in managing your diabetes.
1. Targets For Glucose Control:
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Test
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HbA1C(%)
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Pre-meal Glucose
(mmol/L)
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2-hour Post-meal Glucose (mmol/L)
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Ideal
(non-diabetic levels)
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4.5 - 6.4
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4.0 - 6.0
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5.0 - 7.0
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Optimal
(target for most patients)
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6.5 - 7.0
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6.1 - 8.0
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7.1 - 10.0
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Suboptimal
(adequate for some patients)
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7.1 - 8.0
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8.1 - 10.0 |
10.1 - 13.0
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Unacceptable
(action need in all patients)
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> 8.0
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> 10.0
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> 13.0
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2. Targets For Co-existing Hypertension in Diabetics:
Blood pressure target for diabetics should be < 130/85 mmHg.
3. Targets for Co-existing Hyperlipidaemia in Diabetics:
• LDL-cholesterol target: < 2.6 mmol/L
• Triglyceride target: < 1.7 mmol/L
• HDL-cholesterol target: > 1.0 mmol/L
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The article above is meant to provide general information and does not replace a doctor's consultation.
Please see your doctor for professional advice.
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