HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) near me in Bangalore

Yes, an HbA1c test is suitable for monitoring blood sugar control in individuals with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. This test provides valuable information to the doctor, allowing them to assess the effectiveness of treatment plans and make necessary adjustments to optimize blood sugar control.

Certain factors such as anemia, recent blood transfusions, pregnancy, or specific genetic variants can potentially affect the accuracy of an HbA1c test. If you have any concerns about the reliability of your test results, consult the doctor, who may recommend additional testing or adjustments to your treatment plan.

There is usually no risk associated with this test. However, some people may feel a slight sting while the needle is pricked and may experience some bleeding that is normal and usually not bothersome. Some people may experience slight swelling or bruising at the site of the needle prick. Applying ice 3-4 times daily for about a week may help reduce swelling and bruising. If it does not get better, consult your doctor.

Yes, it is possible for someone's HbA1c level to be normal or low, despite having high blood sugar levels. This is because HBa1c is a measure of average blood sugar levels over a period of two to three months, rather than a measurement of current blood sugar levels.

Symptoms of hypoglycemia include: Excessive sweating, frequent hunger, shivering or trembling, confusion and blurring of vision

Diabetes can be caused by various reasons. The most common risk factors for diabetes include being obese or overweight with low physical activity, having a blood relative diagnosed with diabetes, or being diagnosed with hypertension. Other reasons that can cause diabetes could be low high-density Lipoproteins or high triglyceride levels, being diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or having been diagnosed with gestational diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

False results can appear in patients with hemolysis, anemia, and iron deficiency. False results may also appear in patients who have undergone blood transfusion recently.

The HbA1c test cannot determine acute changes in blood glucose levels that trigger a glucose shock. It also cannot determine any recent change in blood glucose levels. The test is also insufficient to determine elevated blood sugar levels in people with variant hemoglobin like Hemoglobin S or Sickle Cell Hemoglobin since they have a lower amount of Hemoglobin A in their blood.

Diabetes causes an increase in blood sugar levels. Increased sugar levels, if not controlled, can cause severe damage to the muscles and nerves. This may give rise to a number of complications over a period of time. Some common complications of uncontrolled diabetes include heart diseases like coronary artery disease, heart attack, diabetic retinopathy (damage to the retina) which may cause blindness, diabetic neuropathy (damage to the nerves) at various parts of the body. It may also cause diabetic nephropathy (damage to the kidneys) resulting in chronic loss of kidney function and diabetic foot which can cause foot ulcers that may turn gangrenous. Apart from these, uncontrolled diabetes may also lead to other severe conditions like hearing impairment, a number of skin conditions, and may even lead to death.

Additional tests that may be prescribed to diagnose diabetes in case of abnormal results are the urine glucose test, Blood Glucose - Post prandial (PP) test, Random Blood Glucose Test, Fasting Blood Glucose Test, and Oral Glucose Tolerance Test.

HbA1c measurement gives an average blood sugar value for the past three months. The average blood glucose value (ABG) is a calculated parameter from the reported HbA1c value. If HbA1c is the same for two people, then ABG will automatically be the same.

The blood glucose tests are performed to directly measure the glucose concentration in your blood at the time of testing (single point in time). The HbA1c test indicates the trend of your blood glucose levels over a period of time (8-12 weeks), similar to an average, by measuring the percentage of glycated hemoglobin persisting in blood.

A lowered HbA1c level is an indication of sustained lowered or reduced blood glucose levels over a period of time. Long-term reduced blood glucose levels in diabetic patients successfully prevent future complications of diabetes, including kidney complications, nerve damage, damage to the retina, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetic foot, among others. Research has shown that a reduction of just about 1% in HbA1c levels reduces the risk of death due to cardiovascular diseases by 45%.