Diabetes Screen
£65
What the Panel Is
This screen measures HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin), a recommended test used to assess average blood glucose levels over the previous 2–3 months. It helps identify pre-diabetes and diabetes in appropriate clinical settings.
Tests Included
HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin) measures your average blood glucose level over approximately the previous 2 to 3 months by assessing how much glucose has attached to your red blood cells. Unlike a single glucose reading, HbA1c provides a long-term picture of blood sugar control and is regarded as the gold standard test for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes. Raised HbA1c levels may indicate pre-diabetes or diabetes and, if left untreated, are associated with an increased risk of complications including heart disease, kidney disease, nerve damage and diabetic eye disease. Monitoring HbA1c can also help assess how well diabetes treatment and lifestyle changes are working over time.
Important Pre-Test Information
- HbA1c: You can eat and drink normally prior to the test