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How important is it for a diabetic to have their A1C checked?
How important is it for a diabetic to have their A1C checked?
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 12 Dec 2024
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Should I worry if glycohemoglobin (HbA1C) is 6.7?
One needs to take immediate action as anything above 6.5 means that one has diabetes.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is HbA1c in a diabetic patient?
The hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the amount of blood sugar (glucose) attached to your hemoglobin.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How often should HbA1c be tested?
Ideally, HBA1C should be tested every 3 months. But one can get it done once in 6 months too.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How quickly does HbA1c change?
The disadvantage of HbA1c is that it changes slowly. So any change you make to your diet, exercise or medication will take 6 weeks to show its effect, and the full impact of doing something different might not be visible for 2-3 months.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How are HbA1c levels measured?
It can be measured by affinity chromatographic methods.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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HbA1c Test (Hemoglobin A1c)
HbA1c Glycated Hemoglobin, Glycated Hemoglobin, HbA1c
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