HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. It's the gold standard for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring, showing how well blood sugar has been controlled over time.
With diabetes affecting millions globally, HbA1c is crucial for early detection and management. Unlike daily glucose tests, it provides a comprehensive picture of blood sugar control, helping prevent serious complications like kidney disease, blindness, and heart problems.
Essential for diabetes management in urban populations where lifestyle factors like stress, processed foods, and sedentary behavior contribute to rising diabetes rates. Critical for pre-diabetes detection and preventing progression to Type 2 diabetes.
No fasting required. You can eat normally before the test. This is one of the advantages of HbA1c over fasting glucose tests.
Normal: <5.7%, Pre-diabetes: 5.7-6.4%, Diabetes: ≥6.5%. For diabetics, target is usually <7% but may vary based on individual circumstances.
Normal: <5.7%, Pre-diabetes: 5.7-6.4%, Diabetes: ≥6.5%
HbA1c shows average blood sugar over 2-3 months, while daily tests show current levels. HbA1c gives a better overall picture of diabetes control.
Some medications and conditions can affect results. Iron deficiency, kidney disease, and certain blood disorders may influence HbA1c levels.
Diabetics should test every 3-6 months depending on blood sugar control. Well-controlled patients may test every 6 months.
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