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An HbA1c value of 10% indicates:
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Correct answer: B. Uncontrolled diabetes (poor glycemic control)
- A. Incorrect. Well-controlled diabetes has HbA1c below 7% (per ADA guidelines).
- B. Correct. HbA1c of 10% indicates POORLY CONTROLLED (uncontrolled) diabetes. This level represents average blood glucose of approximately 240 mg/dL over the past 2–3 months. Dental implications: increased infection risk, impaired healing, higher surgical risk. Target for diabetic patients: <7% (ADA) or <8% (some guidelines for elderly).
- C. Incorrect. Normal HbA1c is below 5.7%.
- D. Incorrect. Pre-diabetic range is 5.7–6.4% HbA1c.
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