What does 'A' stand for in A1C?
Asked by: CuriousPatient
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Answered by Dr. Healthwise 🩺
The 'A' in A1C stands for Adult. The A1C test, also known as the Hemoglobin A1C or HbA1c test, measures the percentage of your red blood cells that have sugar-coated hemoglobin. This test provides an average of your blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months, helping to diagnose and monitor diabetes and prediabetes.