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

PharmEasy offers an extensive range of diagnostic tests and health packs, including the HbA1c test, in Nashik, Maharashtra. HbA1c, also known as glycated haemoglobin or A1c, is a vital blood test that monitors long-term blood sugar levels in adults who have diabetes and assesses the effectiveness of diabetes treatment plans. This test is also used to screen individuals who might be at risk of getting diabetes.

You can easily book an HbA1c test with PharmEasy, and a technician will arrive at your doorstep to collect the sample. The technicians wear masks, face shields, and gloves and collect samples using syringes in barcoded vials, ensuring that the sample collection process is safe and secure.

The labs that the samples are tested in are certified and use fully automated processing machines. Customers are regularly updated about each step of the testing process. The test results are shared via email, eliminating the need for you to visit the lab to solely collect the reports.

PharmEasy Labs is committed to providing affordable, accessible and top-notch diagnostic services in India. Whether you need routine or specialised tests, choose PharmEasy, the preferred choice of millions of satisfied customers in India.

Various factors contribute to the price fluctuations of an HbA1c test. Nonetheless, the average cost for an HbA1c test at PharmEasy in Nashik is typically in the range of INR 339 to INR 769. For further details, consider comparing HbA1c test prices in different major Indian cities.

Your healthcare provider will advise you to undergo the HbA1C test if they notice any symptoms of diabetes or prediabetes. These symptoms include:

• Excessive thirst
• Frequent urination
• Blurry vision
• Tingling feeling in hands and legs
• Lethargy
• Hunger pangs
• Slow healing wounds

This test is also recommended for individuals who are at a risk of getting diabetes. These include individuals who fulfil certain factors like:

• Family history of diabetes
• Obesity
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Diabetes during pregnancy
• People older than 40 years

An HbA1c test is a simple blood test and can be taken at any time of the day as it does not require the patient to fast. If the HbA1c test is part of other tests for diabetes like fasting blood sugar, then fasting will be required. PharmEasy Labs will notify you in advance if any special instructions need to be followed.

During the HbA1c Test

After having booked your HbA1c test through the PharmEasy app or website, a trained phlebotomist will be sent to your registered address on the date and time you have selected. The phlebotomist will draw your blood sample using sterilised equipment and use a vein finder device to locate the correct vein to draw blood from. The whole procedure from start to end is extremely hygienic, convenient and organised.

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.