Assess your risk and health status
Amiry & Gilbride Pharmacy has teamed up with London Medical Laboratory to offer this test.
The cost for the in-pharmacy test will be provided at the time of booking, prior to final confirmation.
Introduction
This home test measures your HbA1c levels, a key biomarker used to determine if you have or are at risk of developing diabetes.
How does this test work?
A blood test is one of the most effective ways to detect underlying health issues or monitor existing conditions.
Whether you’re worried about your health, managing a current condition, or just curious, a blood test offers a quick, affordable, and straightforward method to take control of your health.
We provide in-store testing to ensure the process is as easy, stress-free, and convenient as possible.
You can expect to receive your results within approximately 5 to 7 days.
*Please remember that blood tests are not a replacement for consulting with a doctor, especially if you are experiencing symptoms. It’s crucial not to diagnose yourself or begin any treatment without first speaking with a doctor or a qualified healthcare professional.
What do we test?
Diabetes (1 Biomarker)
Assessing your HbA1c levels is the key method to determine if you have, or are at risk of developing, diabetes. Undiagnosed or poorly managed diabetes is a major cause of mortality. For those already diagnosed with diabetes, regular HbA1c testing is crucial to track and manage their condition.
Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
The Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test measures the average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. This test is widely used to diagnose and monitor diabetes. Glucose, the sugar that accumulates in the blood, binds to haemoglobin in red blood cells. The HbA1c test quantifies the amount of glucose bound, making it a vital tool in diabetes diagnosis.
FAQs
What is a normal level?
An HbA1c level above 48 mmol/mol indicates a diagnosis of diabetes. A result between 42-47 mmol/mol suggests a high risk of developing diabetes.
Do I need to fast before this test?
No, fasting is not necessary for this test.
Who should not use this test?
The HbA1c test should not be used to diagnose diabetes in the following groups:
- Children and adolescents under 18 years old.
- Individuals showing diabetes symptoms for less than two months.
- Pregnant women or those who are within two months postpartum.
- Those on medications that may cause high blood sugar, such as long-term corticosteroids.
- People at high risk for diabetes who are acutely unwell.
- Individuals with acute pancreatic injury.
- People with end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
- Those with chronic haemolytic anaemia.
- Individuals with HIV infection.
