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If you have diabetes, how often does CDC say to get an A1C test, at minimum?

At least twice a year.

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  1. Once every 5 years
  2. Only when you feel sick
  3. At least twice a year ✔

Why: Besides home blood sugar checks, CDC says people with diabetes should test their A1C at least twice a year. Your care team may order it more often.

Huh, didn't know that: Most blood sugar meters save your results for you and your care team to review.

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My A1C test is like a dentist visit. Twice a year, and I pretend I've been perfect.
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Answer: At least twice a year. Besides home blood sugar checks, CDC says people with diabetes should test their A1C at least twice a year. Your care team may order it more often.

  1. CDC: Monitoring Your Blood Sugar www.cdc.gov/diabetes/diabetes-testing/monitoring-blood-sugar.html
    you should also test your A1C at least twice a year if you have diabetes.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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