Hemoglobin A1C
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001453
$33.50
$33.50
The Hemoglobin A1c Test is a valuable measure of the overall blood glucose levels over a period of time (2‐3 months). This test can be used to help detect pre‐diabetes and diagnose diabetes. If you’re diabetic, this test can help determine if your disease is under control.
Also known as:Hemoglobin A1c; HbA1c; Glycohemoglobin; Glycated Hemoglobin; Glycosylated Hemoglobin Formal name:A1c Related tests:Glucose; Microalbumin; Microalbumin/Creatinine Ratio; Fructosamine Why Get Tested?To monitor a person's diabetes and to aid in treatment decisions; to diagnose diabetes; to help identify those at an increased risk of developing diabetes
When to Get Tested?When first diagnosed with diabetes and then 2 to 4 times per year; as part of a health checkup or when you have symptoms of diabetes
Sample Required?A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm or from a fingerstick
Test Preparation Needed?None
When to Get Tested?When first diagnosed with diabetes and then 2 to 4 times per year; as part of a health checkup or when you have symptoms of diabetes
Sample Required?A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm or from a fingerstick
Test Preparation Needed?None