HBA1C (GLYCOSYLATED HEMOGLOBIN)

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HBA1C (GLYCOSYLATED HEMOGLOBIN)

It is the average blood glucose level of the past 3 months. It is measured as a percentage.

What is the basis of HbA1c:

Glucose attaches to hemoglobin in red blood cells, forming HbA1c. As red cells live 120 days, the test reflects average sugar over 2–3 months. Normally, 5% of hemoglobin is glycosylated, giving an HbA1c around 5%.

When to check HbA1c:

Check HbA1c every 3 months, or every 6 months if your sugar is stable. It helps your doctor assess your diet, exercise, and medicine. Though not for daily use, it gives a good long-term view of sugar control.

What are the limitations:

HbA1c doesn’t replace daily sugar checks or guide insulin doses. Abnormal hemoglobin can affect results. Still, it’s a key test. Target: Normal = 4.5–5.5%, Prediabetes = 5.6–6.5%, Diabetes ≥ 6.5%.

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