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Glycated Hemoglobin Reduction

Meaning

Glycated Hemoglobin Reduction refers to the clinical objective of lowering the concentration of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) in the blood, which is a key biomarker reflecting the average plasma glucose concentration over the preceding two to three months. HbA1c forms when glucose irreversibly binds to hemoglobin in red blood cells, and elevated levels are indicative of chronic hyperglycemia and poor glycemic control. Successful reduction is a primary therapeutic goal in managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, as it directly correlates with a decreased risk of microvascular and macrovascular complications. This metric offers a long-term view of metabolic health, unlike a single glucose reading.