The HbA1c (glycosylated haemoglobin) concentration represents the average blood glucose level over the previous several weeks.
This is more advanced than a simple blood glucose test, which gives a snapshot view only. Glucose attaches itself to the red blood cells, and as these red cells exist for around 8-12 weeks, knowledge of the amount of glucose attached can provide an idea of the level of sugar in your blood in recent weeks.
Knowing this background level of glucose is important if you’re looking to monitor or diagnose type 2 diabetes. This test also aids in understanding how well controlled blood sugar levels are being managed for people who already have been diagnosed with diabetes.
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Sample Collection Options for this HbA1c Test.
Self Collect Sample
Cost: Free - Pay for Test Only
You can easily collect the blood required for this HbA1c Test by using one of our Finger-Prick Collection Kits.
Visit a Partner Clinic
Cost: Add £30
We have partnered with Superdrug and Circle Health Hospitals in order to provide you with phlebotomy.
Nurse Home Visits
Cost: Add £55
Let our Nurses come to your home or place of work - we cover Mainland England, Wales, Scotland & Northern Ireland.
This Blood Test can be taken at Home
This home blood test is available for fingerprick (microtainer) OR Phlebotomy (venous vacutainer) collection using one of our many phlebotomy options across the UK. You can even choose to arrange your own health professional to collect the sample.
If you're unsure about how to access this test or how the procedure works please watch this short video.
Do you have a question about this HbA1c? We aim to get back to you with an answer the same working day.
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