Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD74570Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hemoglobin A1c
Also known as: A1c, HA1c, Hgb A1c
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) testing is used to assess glycemic control over the preceding 2–3 months and is recommended by the American Diabetes Association for routine monitoring—typically twice annually for patients with stable glycemia and quarterly for those with poor glycemic control.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Hemoglobin A1c
AnalyteHemoglobin A1c • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
EDTA (lavender-top) tube
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