what is the test name for the blood glucose
A blood glucose test measures the amount of glucose in your blood. Glucose, a type of simple sugar, is your bodyâs main source of energy. Your body converts the carbohydrates you eat into glucose. Glucose testing is primarily done to check for type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
The A1C test result reflects your average blood sugar level for the past two to three months. Specifically, the A1C test measures what percentage of your hemoglobin â a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen â is coated with sugar (glycated).