Biochemistry
| Full details for "Haemoglobin A1c". | |
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Name |
Haemoglobin A1c |
Alternative name/Profile |
HbA1c |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
EDTA Whole Blood |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Purple EDTA / 3 mL |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
3 working days |
Availability |
Available to GP’s and SJH patients. Test not performed on weekends. |
Notes |
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Related links |
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Reference range |
20-42 mmol/mol (IFCC) Results < 20 mmol/mol may not be suitable for diagnosis and monitoring of Diabetes. Consider using alternative measures of glycaemic status e.g. Fructosamine and consider the possibility of underlying conditions e.g. anaemia. Contact the laboratory to discuss further |
Last updated |
Fri, 09 May 2025 12:24:50 IST |