Dr. Horton answers the question: 'What is a Hemoglobin A1c Test?' — -- Question: What is a hemoglobin A1c test and when is it done? Answer: Now the Hemoglobin A1c test, or 'A1c' as it's commonly ...

The A1C test can also be used to diagnose gestational diabetes in the first trimester.

Monitoring your A1C is essential for both preventing and managing type 2 diabetes. Why? Regular testing can help detect elevated blood sugar levels and assess the effectiveness of your current ...

A simple blood test can diagnose diabetes, but it also can tell you so much more, including your risk for heart attack and stroke. Type 2 Diabetes: Who Is at Risk? Diabetes, which causes chronically ...

Using the hemoglobin A1c blood test to diagnose diabetes tends to underestimate the prevalence of the disease, according to a new study. Using the hemoglobin A1c blood test to diagnose diabetes tends ...

Research has found that many cases of diabetes are missed when the hemoglobin A1c blood test is used solely to diagnose the disease. Statistics published by Diabetes UK state that more than five ...

It is well known that the current A1C test could be more accurate. A group of researchers at Harvard believes they have found a way to personalize the test. The test of a person’s glycated hemoglobin ...

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -During November, two area Hy-Vee stores will be offering free hemoglobin A1C screenings on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registered dietitian Nina Struss explains all the ...

If you have to pee frequently, are constantly fatigued despite getting enough rest, or have suddenly lost weight, you may have hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar. Typically, your doctor will diagnose ...

An emergency department (ED)–based alert led to a higher rate of A1c testing among patients with diabetes overdue for routine monitoring but did not significantly improve long-term glycemic control.