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Measurement of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is accepted as a method for long-term glucose control in patients with diabetes mellitus (a chronic disorder associated with disturbances in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism and characterized by hyperglycemia).¹
Determination of HbA1c is an important diagnostic tool for monitoring the efficiency of dietary control and therapy during treatment of diabetes mellitus. Long-term treatment of the disease emphasizes control of blood glucose levels to prevent acute complications of ketosis and hyperglycemia. In addition, long-term complications such as
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