What is the blood glucose control target for diabetic patients?
Apr 22, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Introduction
The blood glucose control targets for diabetic patients depend on factors such as age and whether they have eaten. For younger patients without cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, the target levels are fasting blood glucose below 7.0 mmol/L, postprandial 2-hour blood glucose below 8.0 mmol/L, and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) below 6.5%. For patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases or those who are older, the targets are fasting blood glucose below 8.0 mmol/L, postprandial 2-hour blood glucose below 10.0 mmol/L, and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) below 7.5%.
The blood glucose control targets for diabetic patients depend on factors such as the patient's age, food intake, and presence of complications. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. For younger patients without cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, fasting blood glucose should be maintained below 7.0 mmol/L, postprandial 2-hour blood glucose below 8.0 mmol/L, and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) below 6.5%.
2. For older patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, fasting blood glucose is recommended to be kept below 8.0 mmol/L, postprandial 2-hour blood glucose below 10.0 mmol/L, and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) below 7.5%.
Diabetic patients should strictly manage their diet, avoiding high-sugar and high-fat foods. They should also actively cooperate with doctors in treatment to maintain optimal blood glucose control.
