HBA1C Test in Pune : Procedure, Price, How to Book
Book HBA1c test in Pune with Pathofast Lab at an affordable price of Rs.800.
This is a simple blood test and you can book an appointment online or by calling the lab. It is also called Glycosylated Hemoglobin.
Procedure of HBA1C Test in PuneView All
HBA1c test does not require much preparation, but please keep the following points in mind:
Before the Test
- Fasting : Fasting is not required before this test
- Timing : You can provide the sample at any time of the day
- Medicines: Take your usual medications for diabetes, if you are on any.
During the Test
- Seated : Be comfortably seated
- Clean your forearm : The lab technician will draw a blood sample from your arm. Make sure your arm is clean
- Just takes 2 mins: The process of drawing blood only takes around 2 mins, hold still!
After the Test
You will receive your reports by email and on watsapp.
Price of HBA1C Test in Pune
HBA1C Test test price in Pune is Rs.800. If you book a home sample collection, there is a home visit charge of Rs.100.
How to Book HBA1C Test in Pune?
HBA1C Test can be booked in Pune by Calling the lab, or by clicking the Add to Cart button above. Alternatively, fill out the form below and we will call you back
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HBA1C Test?
HBA1C Test or Glycosylated Hemoglobin is a blood test that measures the average blood sugar level over the last 90-120 days.
How do I know that I need a HBA1C test?
Do this test if you have 1 or more of the following symptoms :
- Excessive Thirst and Urination: If you find yourself to be constantly thirsty and visiting the loo very often, it may be a sign of diabetes.
- Constantly craving sweet foods: Wanting to eat all the time, preferably sweet foods, is another sign of poor sugar control and diabetes
- Blurring of vision: Sudden blurring of vision may be a sign of diabetes, if unrelated to your eyes.
- Skin infections: Repeated small skin infections in the nails or fingers.
- Sweet smelling urine: If your urine smells sweet, or fruity it may be a sign of diabetes and ketones.
- Rapid Weight Gain: Any sudden or rapid change of weight is a risk factor for diabetes.
What is the normal range of HBA1C?
The normal range of HBA1C is between 4% to 5.6%. The following table lists different levels of HBA1C and what they mean :
| Range | Meaning |
| 4% to 5.6% | Normal |
| 5.7% to 6.4% | Prediabetes |
| More than 6.4% | Diabetes |
Who should do this test?
HBA1C test should be done by the following groups of people:
- Overweight and Obese : People who ar obese should have a HBA1C test to screen for diabetes.
- Heart Patients - People with heart blockage should do the test
- Pregnancy - Pregnant women should do the test during their ante natal checkups
- Routine Checkups - HBA1C test should be done by all adults over the age of 35 at least once a year.
Reasons to book HBA1C test in Pune
Pune has a large population of sedentary desk workers, senior citizens and is also well known for people eating out. This makes Pune's population susceptible to diabetes. The HBA1C test is important for Punekars for these reasons :
- Detect Diabetes : Helps for early detection of diabetes
- Monitor Diabetes Treatment : Helps doctors to adjust does of diabetes medications
- Predict Complications: High levels can predict eye, kidney and other complications of diabetes early.
- Screen for PCOD/PCOS in women: Helps to confirm diagnosis of women with PCOD and infertility.
In which areas of Pune is home sample collection available for HBA1C test?
Home service for HBA1C test is available in Pune in the following areas : Jangli Maharaj Nagar, Ravet, Viman Nagar, Shastrinagar, Yerawada, NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa, Camp, Aundh, Baner, Dattwadi, Undri, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Kalyani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Sadashiv Peth.
Can I see a sample HBA1C test report?
Check the sample report PDF for more detais.
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