2-3 month blood sugar picture for diabetes screening and monitoring.
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| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Normal | below 5.7% |
| Prediabetes | 5.7% - 6.4% |
| Diabetes | 6.5%+ |
Use the lab report and doctor's advice for final interpretation.
Hba1c is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Blood (EDTA) sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 376 against an MRP of Rs. 420, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Relevant details from a Thyrocare sample report are shown below. A standalone PDF preview for Hba1c is not available here. Reference intervals may vary by method and patient factors. Use the interval printed on your own final report.
| Conducted at | Thyrocare Labs |
|---|---|
| Lab Accreditation | CAP, NABL, UKAS, ANAB |
| Parameter | Unit | Reference Range |
|---|---|---|
| HbA1c | % | < 5.7 |
This blood test is known for screening or diagnosing these two particular conditions:
1.) Type 2 Diabetes - An individual who has contracted Type 2 Diabetes, which happens when the glucose present in the blood becomes very high due to the body not creating as much insulin for the blood to keep on moving the blood sugar into their cells. It can also occur whenever the cells stop responding to the insulin being pumped through your body.
2.) Prediabetes - This condition happens when the blood glucose in your body is considered to be high by medical standards, but not yet reaching the borderline definition of Diabetes just yet. The best course of action to prevent further spread of pediabetes in the body is through a shift in lifestyle changes, such as eating much healthier foods regularly and maintaining a proper schedule of exercise for the body to grow at a nominal rate. This has a chance of improving the quality of life of anyone who might be suffering from prediabetes turning into type-2 diabetes.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), taking the HbA1c blood test is always recommended to test for any diabetic or prediabetic conditions if they are under any of these categories:
If you are above the age of 45 -
If you are below the age of 45 -
The test starts when a medical practitioner takes a small blood sample from one of your arm's veins and puts put into a very small and sterile test tube for further testing.
The entire process is expected to take less than 5 minutes in total and the patient will only feel a slight prick in the arm when the blood is being taken.
The test results are meant to show how much glucose percentage is present in the hemoglobin. The percentages are used to showcase what is defined as the norm for taking the test in the first place, and this is all dependent on the health, age, and several other factors. in order to properly diagnose diabetes, This is the percentage chart that should be used.
There are some medical providers who are able to provide more tests that can help diagnose diabetes. In case the test results come back higher than anticipated, going for another A1c test can help clarify the percentage of blood sugar present in the blood. Be sure to talk to your medical provider about the results of the blood test and whether another test is necessary for further elaboration.
It is important to note that the A1c test only focuses on Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and that having certain conditions, such as anemia and other specific types of blood disorders, an A1c blood test may not always be accurate in the diagnosis of diabetes. individuals who have kidney and liver failure can also affect the process of the A1c test. In such cases, a medical professional may ask the individual to take different tests for both prediabetes and diabetes.
Conclusion
Taking the HbA1c blood test is recommended by every major healthcare provider, as it is a vital test that can measure the amount of glucose present in the hemoglobin of the blood. This is a test that is meant for everyone, regardless of what conditions they might be having. This can also give doctors and medical professionals great knowledge of a patient's current status. With the correct lifestyle choices and medical practices taken daily, keeping a very healthy amount of A1c levels in the body is very easy to manage and maintain.
Educational guide only. The Thyrocare sample-report range is shown in the Reports & Ranges section. For your own result, use the range on your final report and discuss it with your clinician.
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Screening | Checks long-term blood sugar risk. |
| Diagnosis support | Reflects average glucose over roughly 2 to 3 months. |
| Monitoring | Useful for people already managing diabetes or prediabetes. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Frequent urination, unusual thirst, fatigue, blurred vision, slow-healing sores. |
| Risk factors | Age over 45, overweight, family history, high BP, high cholesterol, PCOS, low activity. |
| Follow-up users | People with diabetes or prediabetes as advised by their doctor. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Combo bookings | Follow fasting instructions if the same order includes a fasting glucose test, lipid profile or another fasting test. |
| Interpretation cautions | Anaemia, recent blood loss or transfusion, pregnancy and conditions affecting red blood cells can affect interpretation. |
Home sample collection for Hba1c is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
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Your sample is collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent to the partner laboratory for analysis. The laboratory processes the sample using its validated procedures and quality controls. Your final report shows the result, unit and reference range used for that test. Discuss an unexpected or abnormal result with your clinician.
