Check your long-term blood sugar with an HbA1c test you take at home. The laboratory measures HbA1c and reports the value in mmol/mol and as a percentage.
The test at a glance
- Sample collection entirely at home
- Liquid capillary blood from the fingertip
- Quantitative laboratory values
- Medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189
- Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
- Digital results in a personal health portal
What does the test measure?
HbA1c
HbA1c indicates the proportion of hemoglobin that has bound to glucose and reflects the average blood sugar level over approximately the last two to three months.
HbA1c as a percentage
The same value is also given as a percentage (DCCT/NGSP), which is used in older results and in international references.
Common symptoms and when the test may be relevant
HbA1c can provide information about blood sugar levels over time and is used in the investigation and monitoring of diabetes. A single home test cannot establish a diagnosis on its own.
Elevated blood sugar can sometimes cause increased thirst, excessive urination, fatigue, blurred vision, or unintentional weight loss, but it can also be asymptomatic.
Who is this test for?
- Anyone wanting to check their long-term blood sugar levels.
- Anyone with risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
- Anyone wanting to monitor a previous HbA1c level.
- Anyone who prefers home testing.
How the test works
- Order the test and receive the sampling kit at home.
- Read the instructions and complete any necessary preparations.
- Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the sample tube.
- Label, pack, and send the sample to the laboratory.
- The laboratory analyzes the sample.
- View the result digitally in your personal health portal.
Before testing
Fasting is generally not required for HbA1c. Always follow the instructions included in the sampling kit.
Laboratory and quality
The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance also adheres to Rili-BÄK guidelines for laboratory medical testing.
- Sample material: capillary whole blood
- Sample collection site: at home
- Result: digital laboratory report
- Turnaround time: transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time
Results and reference values
The result is displayed using the laboratory's units and current reference ranges or decision limits. Values should be assessed in conjunction with age, blood pressure, lifestyle habits, medical history, and other relevant risk factors.
Want a broader picture?
Metabolic Health Check combines HbA1c with triglycerides, HDL, and hs-CRP.
Important information regarding the result
The results are laboratory values and do not replace medical risk assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Contact a healthcare provider in the event of significantly abnormal results, persistent symptoms, or concerns.
Frequently asked questions
What does HbA1c show?
HbA1c reflects the average blood sugar level over approximately the last two to three months.
Do I need to fast?
HbA1c is not affected by a single meal and does not normally require fasting.
Why is HbA1c given in two units?
HbA1c is reported both in mmol/mol and as a percentage. It is the same value expressed in two ways.
Can the test diagnose diabetes?
Diagnosis must be made by a healthcare professional and may require confirmatory testing.
When should I seek medical attention?
Seek medical attention if you experience clear symptoms of high blood sugar or obtain a significantly abnormal result.
What is analysed
Blood sugar
- HbA1c
- HbA1c (%)
