HbA1c is a useful indicator of diabetes mellitus, as an aid to identify patients who may be at risk for developing diabetes mellitus, and for the monitoring of long-term blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes mellitus.

Target:

<48 mmol/mol

For further information on diagnostic criteria, monitoring and test limitations please refer to:

HSE Model of Integrated Care for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (2018)

ADA Classification and Diagnosis of Diabetes: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (2020)