For general education only. This information does not diagnose a condition or replace medical advice. Your provider will determine which evaluation or treatment is appropriate for you.
What it measures
HbA1c measures the proportion of hemoglobin with glucose attached and reflects average blood glucose over about three months.
Why it may be considered
It can be used in diabetes assessment and monitoring. Your clinician will determine which tests fit your circumstances.
What affects interpretation
Some blood conditions and changes in red blood cell turnover can affect the result. It does not capture every daily glucose change and must be interpreted in context.
Laboratory reference ranges depend on the test and laboratory. This glossary does not interpret your results or imply that Lola orders this test. Your provider will determine what is relevant to your care.
Questions to bring
- Why is this test relevant to my situation?
- Do I need to prepare or time the sample?
- How does this result fit with my symptoms and other findings?