HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)
Also known as: Glycosylated Hemoglobin, A1c, Sugar Average Test
HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the last 2–3 months. It is used to diagnose diabetes and prediabetes and to check how well diabetes is controlled. No fasting is needed.
Blood
Sample
Not needed
Fasting
Same day
Report
₹330
Centre visit or home collection
Who should get a HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)?
- Adults over 35, or younger adults who are overweight
- Anyone with a family history of diabetes
- People with diabetes — usually every 3 months
- Women who had diabetes in pregnancy
HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin): normal range
| Normal | Below 5.7% |
|---|---|
| Prediabetes | 5.7% – 6.4% |
| Diabetes | 6.5% or above |
General adult reference values. Ranges differ slightly between labs, methods, age and sex — your Lab24 report shows the exact range for your result. Always discuss results with your doctor.
Packages that include this test
Often cheaper than booking tests separately.
Health Package Basic Extended
Full Body · 8 tests
Full Body Advanced
Full Body · 12 tests
Executive Full Body (Male)
Full Body · 14 tests
Executive Full Body (Female)
Full Body · 15 tests
Diabetic Check
Diabetic · 3 tests
Senior Citizen Panel (Male)
Senior Citizen · 9 tests
Senior Citizen Panel (Female)
Senior Citizen · 10 tests
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)?
- HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the last 2–3 months. It is used to diagnose diabetes and prediabetes and to check how well diabetes is controlled. No fasting is needed.
- What is the normal range for the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)?
- Normal: Below 5.7%; Prediabetes: 5.7% – 6.4%; Diabetes: 6.5% or above. General adult reference values. Ranges differ slightly between labs, methods, age and sex — your Lab24 report shows the exact range for your result. Always discuss results with your doctor.
- Do I need to fast before the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)?
- No fasting is needed for the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin). You can give the sample at any time of day.
- When will I get my HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin) report?
- Reports are typically ready the same day. We send them by WhatsApp and email as soon as they are verified by our pathologist.
- What sample is needed for the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)?
- A blood sample, collected at any of our three Hyderabad centres or at your home by a certified phlebotomist.
- How much does the HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin) cost in Hyderabad?
- ₹330 at LAB24 Medical Diagnostic Centre — transparent pricing with no hidden charges. Home sample collection is free within 5 km of any of our three centres. For addresses farther away, our team calls you to confirm before the visit.