The dairy game 23-05-2025 HBA1C TEST DETAILS
#HBA1C TEST DETAILS
The HbA1c test (also called the A1c or glycated hemoglobin test) is a blood test used to measure your average blood sugar levels over the past 2 to 3 months. It's commonly used to:
- Diagnose diabetes or prediabetes
- Monitor how well diabetes is being managed
How it works:
When sugar (glucose) is in your blood, it attaches to a protein in red blood cells called hemoglobin. The HbA1c test measures the percentage of hemoglobin that has glucose attached to it.
What the results mean:
Below 5.7% – Normal
5.7% to 6.4% – Prediabetes
6.5% or higher – Diabetes
For people with diabetes, doctors usually aim to keep HbA1c below 7%, but the exact target may vary depending on age, health, and individual needs.
Why it's useful:
It doesn't require fasting.
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