Diabetes Profile
$35.10
This profile provides an in-depth look at your blood sugar level. If you have diabetes, it means that you have too much glucose in your blood. Over time, high blood sugar can lead to serious health problems if it is not managed.
Preparation:
There is no preparation for this test.
Collection Method:
Blood Draw
Sample Type:
Blood
Processing Time:
1-3 days$35.10
About The Test
Test Overview
This profile provides an in-depth look at your blood sugar level. If you have diabetes, it means that you have too much glucose in your blood. Over time, high blood sugar can lead to serious health problems if it is not managed.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a glucose-related condition might include:
- Frequent urination
- Excessive thirst
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Recurrent infections
Test Includes
Hemoglobin a1c
Hemoglobin A1c is a measure of the average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. It reflects the percentage of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells, that is coated with sugar (glycated).
Recommended For
This test is recommended for anyone who wants a comprehensive snapshot of blood sugar control.
Associated Conditions
- Kidney failure, liver disease, or severe anemia
- A less common type of hemoglobin that people of African, Mediterranean, or Southeast Asian descent and people with certain blood disorders (such as sickle cell anemia or thalassemia) may have
- Certain medicines, including opioids and some HIV medications
- Blood loss or blood transfusions
- Early or late pregnancy
Understanding Results
A normal HA1C level typically ranges from 4.5 to 6 percent. If your result is 5.7 to 6.4 percent, this is considered prediabetes and indicates you have a high risk of developing diabetes in the future. A level of 6.5 percent or higher on two separate tests often indicates a diabetes diagnosis. If you have already been diagnosed with diabetes, a level of 7 percent or less is a typical target with treatment. For someone with uncontrolled diabetes, an HA1C level of above 8 percent is not uncommon. If your test results are abnormal, you should follow up with a healthcare provider.
Awareness
