Determining the level of glycosylated hemoglobin – Test glikogemoglobin – Гемоглобин A1c, HbA1c

Description of the test to determine the level of glycosylated hemoglobin

The glycosylated hemoglobin test (HbA1c) – blood test, which measures the amount of glycated hemoglobin in the blood. Hemoglobin is a protein, contained in the blood. Glycosylated hemoglobin means, that glucose attached to the hemoglobin protein. The more blood sugar, the more likely, that glucose attached to the hemoglobin.

Reasons for Test HbA1c

HbA1c показывает, how high blood sugar levels have been for the last three months. This will help the doctor determine the level of development of diabetes. The doctor may also use HbA1c to diagnose diabetes.

How is the determination of the level of glycosylated hemoglobin?

Description of the procedure

You have to roll up sleeves. Around the arm will be wrapped rubber band. Field sampling of blood on hand will be cleared swab, dipped in alcohol. In the vein of the hand is inserted into the syringe needle, whereafter the small amount of blood is drawn. Then, the needle is removed, pressed against the puncture site. In place of the injection can be applied small bandage.

The blood will be sent to the laboratory for testing.

After the procedure

Push the needle injection site until the bleeding stops.

How long will the procedure?

Less than five minutes.

Will it hurt?

When the needle is inserted, It may feel a slight burning sensation.

The results determine the level of glycosylated hemoglobin

If your HbA1c level is high, you may need to start or change treatment, eg:

• Revision of the list of prescribed medicines;
• Increasing the level of physical activity;
• Changing your diet.

Talk to your doctor about, when you need to pass a test to determine the level of glycosylated hemoglobin again.

Contact your doctor when HbA1c test

After the test, call your doctor in the following cases:

• Bleeding from the site of the injection needle;
• Krasnoja, swelling or soreness at the injection site;
• If the test results do not come within 1-2 weeks.