With prediabetes on the rise, a simple A1C blood test reveals exactly where your blood sugar sits and whether you're heading toward type 2 diabetes before you have a diagnosis. The catch? Financial ...

During my recent blood test, my A1C was still high at 6.1%. Looking into it a bit further, my physician's assistant realized ...

Dr. Horton answers the question: 'What is a Hemoglobin A1c Test?' — -- Question: What is a hemoglobin A1c test and when is it done? Answer: Now the Hemoglobin A1c test, or 'A1c' as it's commonly ...

If you’ve ever had your blood sugar tested, chances are you’ve heard your doctor mention your A1C. This simple blood test gives a big-picture view of your average blood sugar levels over the past few ...

Monitoring your A1C is essential for both preventing and managing type 2 diabetes. Why? Regular testing can help detect elevated blood sugar levels and assess the effectiveness of your current ...

Medicare Part B covers two A1c tests per year under the diabetes screening benefit if a doctor considers you at risk of developing diabetes. These tests can also indicate prediabetes. Medicare Part B ...

KUTV — The American Red Cross of Utah is expanding its commitment to community health by offering free A1C testing for all successful blood donors throughout March. This simple blood test, commonly ...

ROCHESTER — As an incentive to donate blood during the month of March, the American Red Cross is offering free A1C testing for blood donors in Minnesota. An A1C blood test measures a person's average ...

The A1C level measures the amount of sugar that is found on red blood cells. For most people, it’s an excellent indication of ...

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is offering free A1c testing to blood donors until Sunday, August 31, providing an opportunity to learn about their diabetes risk. The A1c test measures average blood ...