Molecules of glucose attached loosely to the hemoglobin molecule. Levels of AlC are indicators of glucose control. Values less than 5.7 indicate good glucose control; values in the range of 5.7-6.4 indicate an increased risk for the development of diabetes mellitus.
Used to test circulating glucose blood levels over the life span of a red blood cell.
A diagnostic examination that quantifies the level of hemoglobin bound to glucose, serving as an indicator of the average blood glucose concentration over the previous two to four months.