HbA1C; GLYCOSYLATED HEMOGLOBIN

HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) is a blood test that provides a snapshot of your average blood sugar levels over the past 2 - 3 months.It measures the percentage of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells, that has glucose attached to it.This test is crucial for managing diabetes as it helps assess how well blood sugar levels are controlled.A high HbA1c indicates poor blood sugar control and an increased risk of diabetes complications, while a lower HbA1c reflects better blood sugar management.