Hemoglobin A1C test will appear in your wellness results before September, but no results will be available until a qualifying September donation is made. Only donations made during September will be tested for A1C.
This September, your blood donation can do more than save lives — it can help you take charge of your own health. We're offering free hemoglobin A1C testing to all donors throughout the month.
This simple test helps monitor your blood sugar levels and can be a key indicator in preventing or managing diabetes. It’s a win-win: You help patients in need and gain valuable health insights — without a trip to the doctor or a charge to your pocketbook. Plus, you'll still receive our standard wellness screenings, including free cholesterol testing.
Make a difference — for others and for yourself!
I want to know my A1C Level
What Is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble managing sugar in your blood. Normally, your body uses a hormone called insulin to help move sugar from the food you eat into your cells for energy. In diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use it effectively. This causes sugar to build up in your blood, which over time can lead to serious health problems like heart disease, kidney damage, and vision problems.
What Is Hemoglobin A1C Testing?
How Do I Find My A1C Result?
Diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble managing sugar in your blood. Normally, your body uses a hormone called insulin to help move sugar from the food you eat into your cells for energy. In diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use it effectively. This causes sugar to build up in your blood, which over time can lead to serious health problems like heart disease, kidney damage, and vision problems.
What Is Hemoglobin A1C Testing?
- A blood test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months.
- A high A1C level may indicate prediabetes or diabetes.
- No fasting is required; we recommend that you eat a healthy meal and stay well hydrated before your donation.
- Donors are tested with every successful donation in September!
How Do I Find My A1C Result?
- A1C test results will be displayed in your online donor account within 7 days after your completed donation.
- Don’t have an account yet? No problem, click here.
| Result | A1C Level |
| Normal | Less than 5.7 |
| Prediabetes | 5.7-6.4 |
| Diabetes | 6.5 or higher |
Your A1C test result will be reported as a numerical value within your online account, along with your other wellness results. The higher the A1C number, the higher your blood glucose levels over the past two to three months.
- If your A1C level is between 5.7 and less than 6.5, your levels are in the prediabetes range. If you have a HbA1C level of 6.5 or higher, your levels are in the diabetes range.
- A1C levels can vary by each person's age and other factors, and your target may be different from someone else's. The goal for most adults with diabetes is an A1C that is less than 7.
- Important: This test is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or replace medical advice. Please discuss your results with a healthcare provider.
Can I Still Donate Blood if I’m Prediabetic or Have Diabetes?
Yes, an elevated A1C level does not affect your eligibility to donate blood.
What Should I Do Next?
If you are under the care of a healthcare provider, no immediate action may be needed beyond your usual care. If you have not recently discussed your blood sugar levels with a medical professional, we recommend reaching out to your provider to review your result.
For more information about A1C testing and diabetes care, visit the CDC website A1C Test for Diabetes and Prediabetes | Diabetes | CDC.
If you have questions, our Donor Counseling Service is available at 800-289-4923.
Yes, an elevated A1C level does not affect your eligibility to donate blood.
What Should I Do Next?
If you are under the care of a healthcare provider, no immediate action may be needed beyond your usual care. If you have not recently discussed your blood sugar levels with a medical professional, we recommend reaching out to your provider to review your result.
For more information about A1C testing and diabetes care, visit the CDC website A1C Test for Diabetes and Prediabetes | Diabetes | CDC.
If you have questions, our Donor Counseling Service is available at 800-289-4923.
Hemoglobin A1C Test Results
If your A1C level is between 5.7 and less than 6.5, your levels are in the prediabetes range. If you have an A1C level of 6.5 or higher, your levels are in the diabetes range.
Test results will be presented as:
Test results will be presented as:
- <4
- 4.0 - 14.0 or (all finite values in this range ex: 5.4)
- >14
Your blood couldn’t be tested because there wasn’t enough sample or for other reasons. You will not receive any additional test results for this donation.