Hemoglobin A1c with Calculated Mean Plasma Glucose (MPG)
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Whole blood
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
Hemoglobin A1c with Calculated Mean Plasma Glucose (MPG) - The American Diabetes Association (ADA) suggests getting this test twice a year if your blood sugar is stable, and every three months if it's not well controlled. The test also includes a calculation of the Mean Plasma Glucose (MPG), which estimates the average blood glucose level derived from the HbA1c result. This calculated MPG helps in understanding daily glucose fluctuations and tailoring diabetes management plans accordingly. High levels indicate poor blood sugar control, suggesting a need for adjustments in treatment.
- Hemoglobin A1c
- eAG (mg/dL)
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) suggests getting this test twice a year if your blood sugar is stable, and every three months if it's not well controlled. The test also includes a calculation of the Mean Plasma Glucose (MPG), which estimates the average blood glucose level derived from the HbA1c result. This calculated MPG helps in understanding daily glucose fluctuations and tailoring diabetes management plans accordingly. High levels indicate poor blood sugar control, suggesting a need for adjustments in treatment.
- Monitoring long-term blood sugar control
- Adjusting diabetes treatment plans if necessary
- Reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications
What type of sample is required for this test?
It's collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
2–5 business days
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
- Transport Container: EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 6 months
- Reject Criteria:
- Sodium fluoride/oxalate (gray-top) tube • Heparinized plasma
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
