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News Release from: Randox Laboratories | Subject: Randox HbA1c
Edited by the Laboratorytalk Editorial
Team on 17 March 2008
Keep diabetes in check with Randox HbA1c
Diabetes is becoming increasingly prevalent in today's modern society, and Randox Laboratories provides a high quality test for HbA1c, a routine test for the risk of complications of diabetes
Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is created when glucose spontaneously and permanently binds to haemoglobin in the blood Uncontrolled diabetes causes a rise in blood glucose levels and subsequently higher levels of HbA1c
This article was originally published on Laboratorytalk on 12 Aug 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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As red blood cells circulate for 2-3 months, HbA1c levels do not rapidly change.
Therefore, the amount of HbA1c is a reflection of the average amount of glucose in the blood over the past few months, showing the patient's blood glucose control.
High levels of HbA1c can indicate an increased risk of complications such as kidney failure, nerve damage, heart disease and eye disease.
HbA1c levels must be closely monitored in diabetic patients to provide them with the best possible treatment.
The American Diabetes Association recommends that those with diabetes should have their HbA1c levels tested at least twice a year.
HbA1c from Randox has a strong correlation with the gold standard method, is suitable for use on whole blood samples and has excellent sensitivity, specificity and precision.
Completely automated protocols are available for over 60 analysers.
Reliable results are assured, since Randox products are produced to the highest quality standards.
This test is unrivalled in its precision and specificity, producing results that improve patient's lives.
HbA1c from Randox produces excellent results when run on the RX series of analysers.
These machines ensure speed, quality, convenience and ease of use. Request a free brochure from Randox Laboratories ...
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