DEAR DR. ROACH. I had an eye issue last year that led to blood tests resulting in an elevated A1C. I said that it wasn't my blood; I am plant-based, exercise regularly, and don't drink sodas or alcoholic beverages. Of ....
I had an eye issue last year that led to blood tests resulting in an elevated A1C... (I don't have much to spare.) During my recent blood test, my A1C was still high at 6.1% ... The A1C level measures the amount of sugar that is found on red blood cells.
I had an eye issue last year that led to blood tests resulting in an elevated A1C... (I don’t have much to spare.) During my recent blood test, my A1C was still high at 6.1% ... This can cause a person’s A1C level to be falsely low.
– November 5, 2025 – In recognition of NationalDiabetes Awareness Month, LifeSouth CommunityBlood Centers continues its commitment to community health by offering complimentary Hemoglobin A1c testing to all blood donors.