Based on the information you have provided, there is no evidence that she currently has
diabetes. Her
HbA1c of 5.6% is within the normal range, which is a very reassuring result, especially at 56 years of age.
The fasting and post-meal glucometer readings you mentioned are also not diagnostic of diabetes. Diabetes is diagnosed using standardized laboratory criteria such as HbA1c ≥6.5% or fasting plasma glucose ≥126 mg/dL, with confirmation when appropriate.
So, at present, there is no reason to label her as diabetic based on these results. Her HbA1c indicates that her average blood glucose over the preceding few months has been in a healthy range.
She should simply continue a balanced diet, regular physical activity and periodic monitoring, particularly if she has risk factors such as excess weight or a family history of diabetes.
Next Steps
Continue healthy lifestyle measures and repeat
HbA1c/fasting laboratory glucose during routine health checks. There is no need to start
diabetes medication based on the information provided.
Health Tips
Home glucometer readings can vary depending on the timing of the test, meals, technique and the device itself. For diagnosis, rely on laboratory plasma glucose and
HbA1c, rather than isolated glucometer readings.