Is the A1C Test Reliable for Solving Type 2 Diabetes?

12/06/2023 37 min

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Episode Synopsis


On this episode… I discuss the reliability and accuracy of the HbA1C blood test. As part of my Week in Review, I share the disaster of my doctor’s visit and a good trip to Walt Disney World. I also provide an update on my progress using Mounjaro, and review Type 2 Diabetes news articles.
Links from the show:
NEWS
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) May Diagnose Prediabetes Earlier Than Blood Sugar Tests
FDA issues warning about some compounded versions of semaglutide for diabetes, weight loss
The Role of Metformin in Treating Type 2 Diabetes
Study suggests exercise may help counteract genetic risk of type 2 diabetes

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How reliable is the A1C test?
A View Beyond HbA1c: Role of Continuous Glucose Monitoring – PMC
Mounjaro Update
For my Mounjaro update, I’m still at the 7.5 milligram dose. I’ll probably be at that 7.5 milligram dose for a while. if my A1C and my gmi or any indication of how things are going, there’s really no need to increase that dosage at all.
Very happy with the A1C control I’m getting with that Mounjaro and I am, it’s controlling my hunger. It’s, it’s really working out well for me. So I’m pleased with the combination of the Mounjaro, my eating, and movement.