A blood glucose level between 100 and 125 mg/dL after an 8-hour fast would be classified as ____.

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A blood glucose level between 100 and 125 mg/dL after an 8-hour fast is classified as impaired fasting glucose, which is a pre-diabetic condition. A normal fasting blood glucose level is below 100 mg/dL, while impaired glucose tolerance is diagnosed when blood glucose levels are higher than normal after consuming a high-carbohydrate meal. Hypoglycemia is when blood glucose levels are abnormally low, typically below 70 mg/dL.

A Blood Glucose Level Between 100 and 125 Mg/dL After