HbA1c

Glycosylated Haemoglobin (HbA1c) develops when haemoglobin, a protein within red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body, joins with glucose in the blood, becoming ‘glycated’. For patients especially those with diabetes, this is important as the higher the HbA1c, the greater the risk of developing diabetes-related complications. In Australia it is said that 1-4 Australians over the age of 25 has pre-diabetes.

NutriPATH offer both a spot method and whole blood analysis in measuring HbA1c. This test is extremely important to assess in those that have already been diagnosed with diabetes. Red blood cells in the human body survive for 8-12 weeks before renewal, measuring HbA1c can be used to reflect average blood glucose levels over that duration, providing a useful longer-term gauge of blood glucose control.

Test details

• Test code: 6006
• Category: Routine Pathology
• Kit requirements: EDTA (Fasting)
• Collection method: CI05.22.01
• Test method: Automated chemistry
• Turnaround time: 2 Business Days

What is measured

• HbA1c

Common clinical applications

• Endocrine and Hormonal Health
  • Diabetes
• Other Health Conditions
  • Family history of diabetes
  • Inactive lifestyle
  • Unhealthy lifestyle
• Cardiovascular Health
  • Heart disease
• Nutritional and Dietary Symptoms
  • Overweight
• Respiratory Health
  • Smoke cigarettes

Resources

• Patient Brochure
• Sample Report

This test should be ordered and interpreted with guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Important: Test information is general only. Results should be interpreted with a qualified health practitioner and do not replace medical advice or diagnosis.