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Move over HbA1c: The plasma glucose test that could spot diabetes better
The consensus is emerging that public health surveys based solely on HbA1c may misrepresent India's diabetes burden.
A patient recently showed me his annual health check-up, blood sugar normal, HbA1c 5.8%, cholesterol "borderline." His doctor ...
A new study suggests that an AI-assisted blood test, which measures for biomarkers, could help to identify prediabetes risk earlier.
Blood sugar testing seems simple, right? You prick your finger, see a number, and know if you’re “good” or “bad.” But anyone ...
DEAR DR ROACH: I am a 74-year-old Chinese man with controlled hypertension, and I’m currently taking a statin at 10 mg. I am puzzled and confused with my recent tests results. They show that my ...
Here’s a list of impacted devices.
The FDA has issued a warning regarding a labeling issue affecting several of Trividia Health’s True Metrix blood glucose monitoring systems that could delay treatment during episodes of severe ...
Experts warn that relying solely on HbA1c for diagnosing type-2 diabetes in India may lead to misleading results.
Pregnancy can be a roller coaster of screenings, tests, and health check-ups to ensure you and the baby are happy and healthy. One of these routine prenatal checks is the pregnancy glucose test, which ...
Diabetes diagnosis in India may be misled by HbA1c tests, especially in populations with anaemia and blood disorders, Lancet ...
A wearable biosensor developed by Washington State University researchers could improve wireless glucose monitoring for ...
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