glycosylated hb (hba1c)
DiabetesBlood sampleResults 24 hrsNo fasting
Glycosylated Hb (HbA1C)
Shows your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months. No fasting needed.
Sample
Blood
Results
24 hrs
Fasting
Not required
Follow-up
Optional add-on
What this test detects
Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c)
HPLC
Percentage (%)
When to get this test
Long-term sugar control
Reflects your average blood glucose over the last few months, giving a fuller picture than a single reading.
Diabetes diagnosis
Commonly used to help diagnose diabetes and prediabetes without the need to fast.
Treatment monitoring
Helps assess how well your diabetes management plan is working over time.
How to prepare
01
No special preparation needed.
Common questions
Do I need to fast for HbA1c?
No. You can eat and drink as usual since this test measures your average sugar over months, not a single moment.
How often should HbA1c be checked?
For people with diabetes, it is often checked every few months, but the right interval depends on your situation.