Haemoglobin A1C

Test information: Haemoglobin A1C is the measurement of the amount of glycated Haemoglobin A, which can be used in the diagnosis and management of Diabetes mellitus.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Purple Top BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Purple Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

<48 hours

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

41-48 mmol

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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