HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin) Test

The HbA1c Test at Pamel Laboratories measures the average level of blood sugar (glucose) over the past 2 to 3 months. Also known as Glycated Hemoglobin, this test is crucial for diagnosing diabetes, assessing pre-diabetes, and monitoring long-term blood glucose control in diabetic patients.

Unlike a fasting glucose test, HbA1c does not require fasting and provides a broader view of your blood sugar trends, making it ideal for ongoing diabetes management.

What the Test Measures:

• The percentage of hemoglobin in red blood cells that is coated with glucose

• Reflects average blood glucose levels over the past 8–12 weeks

Purpose of the Test:

• Diagnose:

  • Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

  • Pre-diabetes

• Monitor:

  • Blood sugar control in diabetic patients

  • Effectiveness of diabetes treatment plans

• Evaluate risks of diabetes-related complications (kidney, eye, heart diseases)

Sample Type: Blood sample (EDTA whole blood)
Fasting Required: No
Turnaround Time: Same day or within 24 hours

Interpretation Guide:

• Normal: <5.7%

• Pre-diabetes: 5.7% – 6.4%

• Diabetes: ≥6.5%

• Goal for most diabetics: <7.0% (based on doctor’s recommendation)