HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) Test in Bengaluru - Price & Details

There are many diagnostic centres and reputed hospitals in Bengaluru where you can get the HbA1c test. Alternatively, you can get it done at PharmEasy Labs, one of India’s premier diagnostic centres that offer many diagnostic tests with the added benefit of home blood collection. The HbA1c test is done to monitor, diagnose, and regulate diabetes or prediabetes. People with Type 2 diabetes can get this test done to check their blood sugar levels.

PharmEasy Labs Bengaluru is automated and barcoded, ensuring report accuracy and reliability. For transparency, updates are sent to the customer regarding every stage in the testing process via app notifications.

PharmEasy Labs has a capable team of technicians who are trained and qualified, with more than 25 years of experience in the field. The reports are verified by registered doctors and are generated on time.

Due to multiple factors, the price of an HbA1c test may fluctuate. However, the standard rate for an HbA1c test at PharmEasy in Bengaluru is typically between INR 339 and INR 769. You can also explore and compare HbA1c0 test prices in major cities across India.

If the doctor feels that you have any risk factors relating to diabetes, they prescribe the HbA1c test. The risk factors are:

• Gestational diabetes or diabetes during pregnancy
• People who are over 40 years of age
• A family history of diabetes
• Obesity
• Sedentary lifestyle

An important part of the routine checkup, the HbA1c test is prescribed for everyone, irrespective of age or gender, as it detects the following:

• Prediabetes: A medical condition where the blood sugar levels are elevated but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes
• Type 1 diabetes: A medical condition in which the pancreas does not produce insulin, increasing the blood sugar levels
• Type 2 diabetes: A kind of diabetes in which the body does not produce sufficient insulin or is resistant to insulin

It is not required to fast before the HbA1c test. If the test is prescribed with other tests like fasting blood sugar, fasting might be required. Check with the doctor for further clarification. Additionally, please inform the doctor about any medications that you take before the test.

During the HbA1c Test

Book the HbA1c test and relax. A trained phlebotomist will arrive at the location and collect the blood sample. The phlebotomist uses new sterilised needles, gloves, and a vein finder device. The vein finder device locates the best vein to draw blood from, reducing any discomfort. The samples are then stored in barcoded vials, kept in cooling containers, and then transported to the laboratory. The process is hygienic, and all safety protocols are follow.

HbA1c test results are in the form of percentages. You can see the reference ranges to interpret your test results. Based on these reference ranges, you can understand if you are in the HbA1c test normal range or if you are in the prediabetes phase or have diabetes.

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An HbA1c blood test is commonly done and usually unaccompanied by complications. However, it's important to know about the following:

Risks / Possible Complications

• Bleeding too much from the puncture
• Discomfort or swelling at the site

Limitations

• Possible mistakes by the machine or person doing the test
• Misunderstanding the results

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your healthcare provider.