Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test
Understanding Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test What is the Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test? The Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test is a vital tool used to measure average blood glucose levels over the past two to three months. It... Read more
Understanding Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test
What is the Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test?
The Diabetes (HbA1C) Blood Test is a vital tool used to measure average blood glucose levels over the past two to three months. It specifically evaluates the percentage of hemoglobin in your blood that has glucose attached to it. This measurement reflects how well your diabetes is being managed, as higher levels indicate poorer blood sugar control. Therefore, it is essential for both diagnosing diabetes and monitoring the effectiveness of treatment plans.
Why is the HbA1C Test Important?
The HbA1C test is crucial because it helps prevent diabetes-related complications. Regular testing enables healthcare providers to make timely adjustments to treatment strategies, ensuring better health outcomes. For patients, understanding HbA1C levels is empowering. This information can motivate individuals to adhere to dietary changes and medication, helping maintain healthier blood glucose levels.
How is the Test Administered?
The HbA1C test is straightforward and requires only a small blood sample, which can be taken in a clinic or at home with a testing kit. Typically, results are available within a few days. Since this test does not need fasting, it is convenient for those on busy schedules. As a result, patients can easily incorporate it into their regular health check-ups, making it a hassle-free part of diabetes care.
Take a quick and simple Diabetes blood test at home or in our clinics to check your average blood glucose levels and identify whether you are at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, an illness which can take up to 10 years off your life if untreated.
More than 700 people die prematurely every week from Diabetes in the UK.
If you have diabetes, you’re twice as likely to have heart disease or a stroke than someone who doesn’t have diabetes—and more likely to have them at a younger age.
The only way to check if you have, or are at risk of, diabetes is with a blood test, like this one, which checks your long-term blood sugar levels.
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