2007-03-16 08:20:36 · 10 answers · asked by ELIZABETH L 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Diabetes
No. The HbA1C test shows how well you have been in control over the last few months. Fasting has nothing to do with it. It can be drawn at any time.
2007-03-16 11:32:54 · answer #1 · answered by juneaulady 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-13 08:48:44 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"What is an A1C test?
An A1C test, also known as a glycated hemoglobin test, isn't used for diagnosing prediabetes or diabetes. Instead, it gauges how well you're managing your diabetes.
Unlike a fasting blood glucose test or a daily finger stick, both of which measure your blood sugar level at a given time, the A1C test reflects your average blood sugar level for the past two to three months. Test results show what percentage of your hemoglobin — a protein found in red blood cells — is sugar coated (glycated).
What's normal?
The normal range for people without diabetes is 4 percent to 6 percent. An A1C level lower than 7 percent is a common target for people with diabetes — although your doctor may recommend a level lower than 6 percent if you're pregnant or have other health concerns. An A1C level higher than 7 percent may indicate the need for a change in your diabetes treatment plan.
The normal range for A1C results may vary somewhat among labs. If you consult a new doctor or use a different lab, it's important to consider this possible variation when interpreting your test results"
2007-03-16 08:53:01 · answer #3 · answered by gagirl2c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not for an A1c test because that represents a 3 month average. But they usually want a fasting glocouse reading # at the same time, so they have you fast for that reason, and not for the A1c.
2007-03-16 08:51:46 · answer #4 · answered by GEEGEE 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no the hemoglobin A1C test actually shows the average or mean blood glucose ove a 60 day period.
2007-03-16 08:29:12 · answer #5 · answered by quicksilvergirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As far as I know you do when my husband gets any blood work he fasts just because it give a more accurate reading.
2007-03-16 08:26:38 · answer #6 · answered by emotionalyhurtmom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, you do not need to fast for this particular test, but if the doctor is running other labwork simultaneously, it could be required to get an accurate result.
2007-03-16 08:45:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends, do what your doctor told you.They may be doing other tests at the same time.
2007-03-16 08:56:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always do as I have my cholesterol checked at the same time.
I don't think it is necessary though
2007-03-16 08:51:44 · answer #9 · answered by Murray H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you do
2007-03-16 09:00:09 · answer #10 · answered by Will 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋