Which Statement Regarding the Laboratory Test for Glycosylated Hemoglobin Alc

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the laboratory test for glycosylated hemoglobin Alc is correct?

• A) The laboratory test for glycosylated hemoglobin Alc is performed for all pregnant women, not only those with or likely to have diabetes.
• B) This laboratory test is a snapshot of glucose control at the moment.
• C) This laboratory test measures the levels of hemoglobin Alc, which should remain at less than 7%.
• D) This laboratory test is performed on the woman's urine, not her blood.

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