Table 3.
Laboratory targets for proper T2DM treatment
| Parameter | Laboratory Targets | |
|---|---|---|
| Desirable Levels | Tolerable Levels | |
| Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) | <7% (in adults) | 7.5-8.5%: 0-6 years old1; <8%: 6-12 years old1; <7.5%: 13-19 years old1; 8%: in the elderly1,3 |
| Fasting glycemia | <110 mg/dL | Up to 130 mg/dL2 |
| Pre-prandial glycemia | <110 mg/dL | Up to 130 mg/dL2 |
| Post-prandial glycemia | <140 mg/dL | Up to 180 mg/dL2 |