How important is it for a diabetic to have their A1C checked?
It is important for diabetics to have their A1C checked as it helps them to keep a check on diabetes.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Yes, it is high and one needs to take immediate action.
The hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the amount of blood sugar (glucose) attached to your hemoglobin.
The significance of the HbA1c test lies in the diagnosis and the prognosis of the diabetes patients, which lends it to a detailed understanding of insulin and insulin resistance.
A normal A1C level is below 5.7%, a level of 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes, and a level of 6.5% or more indicates diabetes.
Glycated Hemoglobin, HbA1c, Glycosylated Hemoglobin
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