An HbA1c test is used to check diabetes or pre-diabetes conditions in patients. Pre-diabetes condition shows an increased blood sugar level that means a person is at risk for getting diabetes. In case a person already has diabetes, an HbA1c test can help the doctor to monitor their condition and blood sugar levels.

1. Things to Know about HbA1c Blood Test

2. Introduction
A haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the average level of blood sugar
or glucose in haemoglobin. Those who have diabetes need to go through this
test every 3 to 6 months to observe if their levels are within range. In case a
person’s HbA1c levels are increased, it is the warning sign of diabetes which
is a chronic health condition and can lead to serious problems such as nerve
damage, kidney, or heart disease. The upcoming slides will explain the HbA1c
blood test in detail.

3. What is it used for?
An HbA1c test is used to check diabetes
or pre-diabetes conditions in patients. Pre-
diabetes condition shows an increased
blood sugar level that means a person is
at risk for getting diabetes. In case a
person already has diabetes, an HbA1c
test can help the doctor to monitor their
condition and blood sugar levels.

4. Why do people need an HbA1c test?
People may need this test in case they
experience symptoms of diabetes. These
signs and symptoms may include
increased urination, fatigue, increased
thirst, and blurred vision. A doctor may
also prescribe an HbA1c test in case a
person is at a higher risk of getting
diabetes. These risk factors may include:
• High blood pressure
• Being overweight
• Physical inactivity

5. What does the test result mean?
The HbA1c blood test normal range is
below 5.7% that means the person does
not have diabetes. However, in people
with diabetes, the test result can show
6.5% or higher level of blood sugar and in
the case of pre-diabetes, the level can be
between 5.7% and 6.4.

6. Conclusion
Those who have anaemia or any other blood disorder may find less
accurate results with an HbA1c blood test. In case a person has a blood
disorder but at risk for diabetes too, the doctor may prescribe different
tests.

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