Educational Webinar with Prof. Alessandro Gozzetti, MD, PhD

Educational Webinar with Prof. Alessandro Gozzetti, MD, PhD

Educational Webinar with Dr. Annette BOWYER

Educational Webinar with M. Jean Deenmamode, IFCC Working Group Chair

This article reminds the reader of the importance of detecting the Hb variants when measuring HbA1c for the labs and clinicians to better interpret the results and to ensure optimal management of the diabetic patient.
The EurA1c trial, organized yearly, investigates the performance of HbA1c assays across countries and manufacturers.
Hemoglobin C, D Punjab, E or S trait can interfere with hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) results depending on the method of analysis used. Therefore, it is important to know the limitations of the method used for HbA1c determination.