HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) Test In Ludhiana - Price & Details

Glucose is a type of sugar that comes from the food we eat and is found in our blood. Our cells utilize glucose for various bodily functions throughout the day, whereas insulin, a hormone, helps the glucose get into our cells. When your body cannot produce optimal levels of insulin or when your cells cannot utilize them properly, your blood sugar increases.

Glucose that is present in our blood sticks to haemoglobin, a type of protein present in red blood cells. So, an increase in blood sugar levels means an increase in the amount of glucose coating the haemoglobin. An HbA1c test measures the percentage of these red blood cells coated with haemoglobin to screen for diabetes and other conditions like heart disease and kidney disease.

Since our red blood cells live for three months, those diagnosed with any of these conditions are asked to get an HbA1c test done once every three months. With PharmEasy’s regular discounts and offers, all diagnostic tests, including the HbA1c test, have become affordable and highly accessible.

Your doctor will ask you to get an HbA1c test to screen for diabetes and pre-diabetes. Sometimes, it is also done as a part of regular health screenings and check-ups for those who are prone to these conditions. If you have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or diabetes, you will be assigned an HbA1c test to monitor your condition and check whether the current treatment plan is effective or not.

The HbA1c is a simple blood test which is why no preparation or fasting is required.

During the HbA1c Test

After you have booked your HbA1c test with PharmEasy, an expert and vaccinated phlebotomist will visit your house at your preferred time slot. They will use a vein finder machine to accurately locate your veins and draw blood using sterilized and sealed needles. All safety precautions are thoroughly followed to ensure reliability and added convenience.