Hemoglobin A1C
Hemoglobin A1C
Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c), pronounced as /ˈhiːməˌɡloʊbɪn eɪ wʌn siː/, is a form of hemoglobin that is chemically linked to a sugar. The name "A1C" is short for "hemoglobin A1C".
Etymology
The term "Hemoglobin A1C" is derived from the fact that it is a subtype of hemoglobin, specifically hemoglobin A, that has been glycosylated at the '1C' position.
Definition
Hemoglobin A1C is a test that measures the amount of glucose that has been adhered to the hemoglobin in red blood cells for the past 2 to 3 months. It is used to monitor the long-term control of diabetes mellitus and as a diagnostic test for this condition.
Related Terms
- Glycosylated Hemoglobin: Hemoglobin to which glucose is bound. Hemoglobin A1C is a type of glycosylated hemoglobin.
- Diabetes Mellitus: A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.
- Glucose: A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.
- Red Blood Cells: Cells in the blood that carry oxygen to the body's tissues.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hemoglobin A1C
- Wikipedia's article - Hemoglobin A1C
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