Hemoglobin A1C Blood Spot - ZRT Test Kit

Hemoglobin A1C is an indicator of glycosylated hemoglobin, which results from glucose binding in red blood cells with hemoglobin.

Test Code: ZRTHA1C

Also Known As: A1C; HbA1c

Methodology:

Specimen Type: Blood Spot

Preparation:

No fasting required. Collect sample within 1 hour of waking. Specimen must be sent to lab by overnight mail Monday-Thursday only. Please read patient instructions very carefully and decide the ideal day for you to begin test.

Test Results:

5-7 Days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is an approximate measure of circulating glucose levels over the past three months. A level of over 6% is indicative of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk.

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