Hemoglobin A1C
$ 28.99
Hemoglobin A1C Blood Test
Low-Cost A1C Test for Diabetes and Prediabetes Screening
The Hemoglobin A1C Blood Test, also called an A1C Test or HbA1c Test, measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 months.
This test is commonly used for diabetes screening, prediabetes screening and monitoring blood sugar control.
A1C testing is convenient because it usually does not require fasting.
✔ Measures Hemoglobin A1C
✔ Shows average blood sugar over 2 to 3 months
✔ Useful for diabetes and prediabetes screening
✔ No fasting usually required
✔ Low-cost lab testing option
✔ Doctor's order included
✔ No insurance required
✔ Convenient online ordering
⏱ Typical turnaround: results are usually emailed in 1–3 days.
What Is Hemoglobin A1C?
Hemoglobin A1C measures the percentage of hemoglobin in your red blood cells that has glucose attached to it.
Because red blood cells live for about 2 to 3 months, A1C gives an estimate of your average blood sugar over that time period.
This makes A1C different from a regular glucose test, which only shows your blood sugar at the time of testing.
What This Test Measures
- Test name: Hemoglobin A1C Blood Test
- Also known as: A1C, HbA1c, Glycohemoglobin, Glycated Hemoglobin
- Sample type: Blood
- Purpose: Measures average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months
- Common use: Diabetes screening, prediabetes screening and blood sugar monitoring
Why Order an A1C Test?
An A1C test may be ordered when a person or healthcare provider wants to evaluate average blood sugar over time.
This test may be considered for:
- Diabetes screening
- Prediabetes screening
- Monitoring known diabetes with a healthcare provider
- Follow-up to abnormal glucose results
- Family history of diabetes
- Weight, blood pressure, cholesterol or metabolic health concerns
- Customers who want low-cost blood sugar testing without insurance
Low-Cost Diabetes Screening Option
This A1C test is a simple and affordable way to check a common diabetes-related marker.
Unlike fasting glucose, A1C usually does not require fasting, which makes it a convenient option for many customers.
If you need a more complete blood sugar evaluation, your healthcare provider may also recommend fasting glucose, insulin, C-peptide, CMP or a diabetes panel.
Who May Consider This Test?
- People who want diabetes or prediabetes screening
- People with a family history of diabetes
- People with weight, cholesterol, blood pressure or metabolic health concerns
- People with symptoms that may be related to high blood sugar
- People following up on prior abnormal glucose results
- People monitoring A1C under healthcare provider guidance
- Customers who want low-cost testing without insurance billing
Common Reasons for Testing
- Increased thirst
- Frequent urination
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Unexplained weight changes
- Slow-healing sores
- Numbness or tingling in hands or feet
- Routine blood sugar screening
A1C Result Ranges
A1C results are commonly interpreted using the following general ranges:
- Below 5.7%: Usually considered normal
- 5.7% to 6.4%: May suggest prediabetes
- 6.5% or higher: May suggest diabetes when confirmed by a healthcare provider
Diagnosis should be made by a licensed healthcare provider and may require repeat testing or additional tests.
A1C vs Fasting Glucose
A1C shows an estimated average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months.
Fasting glucose shows your blood sugar level at the time of testing after fasting.
Both tests may be useful for blood sugar screening, and some providers order them together.
No Fasting Usually Required
A1C testing usually does not require fasting.
You may eat and drink normally unless your healthcare provider or lab order includes other tests that require fasting.
Drinking water before your blood draw is recommended.
Important: A1C May Be Affected by Certain Conditions
A1C results may be affected by conditions that change red blood cell life span or hemoglobin.
This may include anemia, kidney disease, liver disease, certain blood disorders, recent blood loss, recent transfusion or pregnancy.
If any of these apply to you, review results with a healthcare provider.
Important Health Warning
If you have severe weakness, confusion, fainting, vomiting, severe dehydration, fruity-smelling breath, difficulty breathing, very high blood sugar, very low blood sugar, chest pain or any urgent medical concern, seek medical care immediately.
Do not use this test as a substitute for urgent medical evaluation or diabetes treatment.
Screening and Lab Access Only
LabReqs and SchoolTiters provide access to lab testing. We do not diagnose diabetes, prescribe medication, adjust insulin, manage blood sugar or provide diabetes treatment.
Results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider, especially if symptoms are present, results are abnormal or diabetes medication changes are being considered.
Important Limitations
- This test measures Hemoglobin A1C only.
- This test does not include fasting glucose unless ordered separately.
- This test does not include insulin or C-peptide unless ordered separately.
- This test does not include cholesterol, kidney function or urine microalbumin unless ordered separately.
- A1C may be affected by anemia, kidney disease, liver disease, blood disorders, pregnancy or recent blood loss.
- Abnormal results may require repeat testing or additional evaluation.
- Do not start, stop or change diabetes medication based only on this result.
Before Ordering
- Order this test if you need Hemoglobin A1C testing.
- If your provider requested a diabetes panel, fasting glucose or insulin testing, order those separately if not included.
- Tell your provider about anemia, pregnancy, kidney disease, liver disease, blood disorders or recent transfusion.
- If your result is abnormal, review it with a licensed healthcare provider.
How It Works
- Order online.
- Receive your lab order. A doctor's order is included.
- Visit a participating lab location.
- Provide a blood sample.
- Receive your A1C result. Review abnormal results with a healthcare provider.
Why Choose This A1C Test?
✅ Low-cost diabetes screening option
✅ No fasting usually required
✅ Shows average blood sugar over 2 to 3 months
✅ No insurance required
✅ Doctor's order included
✅ Convenient online ordering
✅ Results can be shared with your healthcare provider
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the A1C test measure?
A1C measures your estimated average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months.
Do I need to fast for A1C?
No. A1C usually does not require fasting unless other tests are ordered at the same time.
Can A1C screen for diabetes?
Yes. A1C is commonly used for diabetes and prediabetes screening, but diagnosis should be made by a licensed healthcare provider.
What is a normal A1C?
A1C below 5.7% is commonly considered normal, but your healthcare provider should interpret your results based on your health history.
What A1C level suggests prediabetes?
A1C between 5.7% and 6.4% may suggest prediabetes.
What A1C level suggests diabetes?
A1C of 6.5% or higher may suggest diabetes when confirmed by a healthcare provider.
Does this test include glucose?
No. This product includes A1C only. Fasting glucose must be ordered separately unless included in another panel.
Is a doctor's order included?
Yes. A doctor's order is included with this lab test.
Order Your Hemoglobin A1C Blood Test
Use this low-cost test when you need convenient access to A1C testing for diabetes screening, prediabetes screening, blood sugar monitoring or provider-directed follow-up.
Order your Hemoglobin A1C Blood Test today.
Hemoglobin A1C
$ 28.99
