HbA1c Sugar Test
at Just ₹499 in Hyderabad
Know your 3-month average blood sugar with the gold-standard diabetes test. Free home sample collection. Same-day results. No fasting required.
What is the HbA1c Test?
The HbA1c test (also called the Glycated Haemoglobin test or A1c test) measures the percentage of haemoglobin in your blood that has glucose attached to it. Because red blood cells live for about 2–3 months, this test gives a reliable average blood sugar reading over the past 3 months — not just a single snapshot like a fasting sugar test.
It is the most recommended test for diagnosing diabetes and prediabetes, and for monitoring how well blood sugar is being controlled in people already living with diabetes.
No fasting required. You can eat and drink normally before the test — making it far more convenient than traditional fasting blood sugar tests.
"The HbA1c test is like watching a month-long weather average rather than checking today's temperature — it tells your doctor the full story of your blood sugar."
Everything You Need to Know
Who Should Get the HbA1c Test?
You don't have to feel sick to need this test. Most people with high blood sugar have no symptoms at first.
Adults Over 35
Diabetes risk rises sharply after 35. Annual screening is recommended for all adults in this age group.
Family History of Diabetes
If a parent or sibling has diabetes, your risk is 2–3x higher. Test every 6–12 months.
Overweight Individuals
Excess weight — especially around the abdomen — is the single biggest modifiable risk factor for Type 2 diabetes.
During or After Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes during pregnancy raises the risk of Type 2 diabetes later. Regular HbA1c monitoring is essential.
Known Diabetics
If you are already on diabetes medication, an HbA1c every 3 months confirms whether your treatment is working.
Heart or BP Patients
Hypertension and high cholesterol often coexist with undetected diabetes. A combined check is strongly advised.
Symptoms That Mean You Should Test Today
These are common signs of uncontrolled blood sugar. Don't ignore them — early detection changes outcomes.
Frequent Urination
Excessive Thirst
Constant Fatigue
Blurry Vision
Slow-Healing Wounds
Tingling in Hands / Feet
Sudden Weight Loss
Frequent Infections
Frequently Asked Questions About HbA1c
Straight answers to the questions people search for most often.
The HbA1c test measures your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months by checking glycated haemoglobin in your blood. A fasting sugar test only reflects your blood sugar at one moment. HbA1c is far more reliable because it captures the full picture — including after-meal sugar spikes that a fasting test would miss. It is the test most doctors rely on to confirm a diabetes diagnosis.
A normal HbA1c is below 5.7%. Levels between 5.7% and 6.4% indicate prediabetes — a warning stage where lifestyle changes can fully reverse the condition. An HbA1c of 6.5% or higher on two separate occasions confirms diabetes. For people already managing diabetes, the general target is keeping HbA1c below 7% to reduce the risk of complications.
No fasting is required for the HbA1c test. You can eat and drink normally before the sample is collected. This is one of the biggest advantages of HbA1c over fasting glucose tests — it can be done at any time of day, making it much more convenient for working adults and elderly patients.
At Lotus Diagnostics, the HbA1c test is currently available at a special offer price of ₹499 (MRP ₹600) — a saving of ₹101. This price includes free home sample collection anywhere in Hyderabad and same-day report delivery via WhatsApp. Book by calling or WhatsApp-ing 80199 86555.
For people without diabetes who are at low risk, once a year is sufficient. For people with prediabetes, testing every 6 months helps track progress. For diabetics whose blood sugar is well-controlled, testing every 6 months is recommended. If blood sugar is poorly controlled or if medication has recently changed, doctors typically recommend testing every 3 months.
Yes — this is actually quite common. Fasting sugar only reflects overnight levels, which can appear normal even if your after-meal (postprandial) sugar spikes are consistently high. Because HbA1c captures the average across all times of day over 3 months, it often picks up early-stage diabetes or prediabetes that a fasting test misses entirely.
Get Your HbA1c Test in 4 Simple Steps
From booking to report — the entire process is designed to be effortless.
Call or WhatsApp
Reach us at 80199 86555 — 7 days a week, 7AM to 9PM
Choose a Time Slot
Pick any convenient time — morning, afternoon or evening
Home Sample Collection
Trained phlebotomist visits your home — quick, clean, painless
Report on WhatsApp
Digital report delivered same day — share directly with your doctor
Your Blood Sugar Story Told in One Test
HbA1c at ₹499 · Free Home Collection · Same-Day Results · No Fasting