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Which is more accurate, A1C or fasting glucose?
Which is more accurate, A1C or fasting glucose?
Which is more accurate, A1C or fasting glucose?
Both are accurate. A1C gives the control for 3 months whereas fasting glucose will give the results for that particular day.
Last updated on 29 Mar 2023
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What is the best time to go for a hemoglobin A1C test?
Usually this test can be taken at any time but this test is most preffered in the morning.
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Does eating before the A1C test affect the results?
Eating before A1C test wont affect the results.
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Why is my HbA1c high even though glucose is normal?
It is possible to have high A1C levels without diabetes in rare cases. Iron, folate etc can also increase HBA1C levels.
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Can blood glucose levels be compared with an HbA1C result?
Yes, they both can be compared.
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required