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Why would a doctor order a hemoglobin A1C test?
Why would a doctor order a hemoglobin A1C test?
Why would a doctor order a hemoglobin A1C test?
The A1C test is a common blood test used to diagnose type 1 and type 2 diabetes. If you already have diabetes, the test is also used to monitor how well you are managing blood sugar levels. The A1C test is also called the glycated hemoglobin, glycosylated hemoglobin, hemoglobin A1C or HbA1c test
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What are the most common blood tests in the India?
The most important blood tests are CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1C
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Will drugs show in a blood test?
No, drugs do not show up in normal or routine blood tests.
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How do I convert hemoglobin percentage to mg/dl?
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