When hemoglobin A1C is close to normal, the risk of complications is reduced (1:35)
William Bornstein, MD, explains that the hemoglobin A1C test measures blood sugar in recent months.
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Glucose Meters
"This may save your life"
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Pricking Your Finger
"It's nothing to fear"
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Hemoglobin A1C
"It's a really key test"
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Testing Each Day
I test morning, evening, and before meals
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Share Your Thoughts
Have you made life changes based on a hemoglobin A1C test?
Hemoglobin A1C is a test that measures how much glucose is stuck to your red blood cells, and it's a proxy for how well your blood sugar has been controlled in the last two to three months (the lifespan of a red blood cell). Experts generally recommend an A1C of less than 7% to reduce your risk of complications.
Glucose Meters"This may save your life"
Pricking Your Finger"It's nothing to fear"
Hemoglobin A1C"It's a really key test"
Testing Each DayI test morning, evening, and before meals
