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A1c Test

February 11, 2009 – 8:49 pm

Also known as the HbA1c, hemoglobin A1c, or Glycosylated (or glycated) hemoglobin test.  This is a blood test that measures the average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.  Glucose can bind to the hemoglobin which is found in the red blood cells.  This causes some sort of modification of the molecule in the [...]

By Salty | Posted in Challenges, Cystic Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes, diabetes, insulin pump, Kidneys | Comments (5)

CFRD Fact #8

March 19, 2008 – 7:16 am

Interesting tidbits about CFRD: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is rare. (I would love some more info on this). Pancreatic insufficiency associated with CFRD. A1c levels may underestimate abnormal glucose metabolism. (would love more info on this too). So far I have only found that there is an increased red cell turnover, causing a “diluted” A1c level. [...]

By Salty | Posted in CFRD Facts, Cystic Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes | Comments (0)