Diabetes Profile

$35.10

This profile provides an in-depth look at your blood sugar level. If you have diabetes, it means that you have too much glucose in your blood. Over time, high blood sugar can lead to serious health problems if it is not managed.

Preparation:

There is no preparation for this test.

Collection Method:

Blood Draw

Sample Type:

Blood

Processing Time:

1-3 days

$35.10

Diabetes Profile

$35.10

About The Test

Test Overview

Symptoms

Symptoms of a glucose-related condition might include:

Frequent urination
Excessive thirst
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue
Blurred vision
Recurrent infections

Test Includes

Hemoglobin a1c

Hemoglobin A1c is a measure of the average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. It reflects the percentage of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells, that is coated with sugar (glycated).

Recommended For

This test is recommended for anyone who wants a comprehensive snapshot of blood sugar control.

Associated Conditions

Kidney failure, liver disease, or severe anemia
A less common type of hemoglobin that people of African, Mediterranean, or Southeast Asian descent and people with certain blood disorders (such as sickle cell anemia or thalassemia) may have
Certain medicines, including opioids and some HIV medications
Blood loss or blood transfusions
Early or late pregnancy

Understanding Results

A normal HA1C level typically ranges from 4.5 to 6 percent. If your result is 5.7 to 6.4 percent, this is considered prediabetes and indicates you have a high risk of developing diabetes in the future. A level of 6.5 percent or higher on two separate tests often indicates a diabetes diagnosis. If you have already been diagnosed with diabetes, a level of 7 percent or less is a typical target with treatment. For someone with uncontrolled diabetes, an HA1C level of above 8 percent is not uncommon. If your test results are abnormal, you should follow up with a healthcare provider.