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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
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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What is the meaning of a high MCH in blood test results?
MCH levels over 34 pg are generally considered abnormally high. The most common reason for high MCH is macrocytic anemia, which is a blood disorder in which the body fails to produce enough red blood cells.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Is there any standard for a pathology blood test?
CBC is the most standard blood test conducted in pathology labs
Last updated on 10 May 2023
What are the most common blood tests in the India?
The most important blood tests are CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1C
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Will drugs show in a blood test?
No, drugs do not show up in normal or routine blood tests.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
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