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Type 2 Next HbA1c Test

wiseowl_123

wiseowl_123

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Location
North Kent
Type of diabetes
Type 2
Treatment type
Diet only
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Bullies & Cauliflower cheese
Good morning I have had my first HbA1c test on the 5th of January now nothing was said about when the next one will be,I will make an appointment with my doctor soon,but I was wondering would the doctor agree to me having another one when I would like one,or is their a strict procedure for your second HbA1c test.Thank you:)
 
They are usually spaced 6 months apart. Not much to be gained by having them close together as the test measures BG over a period of 2 or 3 months. Your own BG tests are probably more useful in showing how your levels are going.
 
HbA1c tests show your average glucose levels over the previous 2 to 3 months, so there is no point in having another one until at least April. Mine are 6 monthly and I get a letter calling me in. When I was first diagnosed 3 years ago I had my second and third tests at 3 monthly intervals and was then moved to 6 monthly.
 
It depends how recently diagnosed, and how well controlled you are.
I was three, then sixth months initially, now I wait for the surgery to drag me in for my annual review.
 
My progress was similar to yours (not quite as much progress as you made) and I was able to have another one after 3 months, I would ask if that was possible, I think your next one will be lower than mine from all your excellent readings.
 
Usually after your initial diagnosis you get retested after 3 months, after that it depends on your surgery. Mine only does it every 12 months. But if you have very high bs levels, or they think you are 'non-compliant' (not following their advice) they might test you every 3 or 6 months.
My GP wants me to take my next HbA1c 6 months after my last, not because of my bs, but she is concerned about my cholesterol level which went up to 6.1 with the lchf. I did point out to her that the ratios had actually got better as had my 'good' cholesterol HDL figure.
Still I am quite happy to get another test after only 6 months.
 
nhs.uk says 3 months initially and every 6 months when under good control. However, some surgeries will prefer annual checks for the latter, possibly to save money or just thinking they are not really required.
 
@wiseowl_123 - Good Afternoon :). If at all you have any problems concerning your Diabetes? Don't wait until your next 3 or 6 monthly review - make an appointment to see your GP or Diabetes Nurse.
 
Good afternoon @Liam1955 my friend thank you,yes it wouldn't hurt would it.at the very least I would get some idea of what the surgery@s plans and procedures are,I shall visit the surgery on Monday:)
 
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