what is hbaic means

HbA1c stands for Hemoglobin A1c, which is a blood test used to measure your average blood sugar levels over the past 2 to 3 months. It is also known as the A1C test or glycated hemoglobin test.

• How it works: Glucose in your blood attaches to hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells. The A1C test measures the percentage of your red blood cells that have glucose-coated hemoglobin.
• Purpose: It is used to diagnose prediabetes and diabetes, as well as to monitor how well you are managing your diabetes.
• Normal Range:
  • Normal: Below 5.7%
  • Prediabetes: 5.7% to 6.4%
  • Diabetes: 6.5% or above

For people with diabetes, the goal is typically to keep the A1C level below 7%, but this may vary based on individual health conditions.