glycosylated hemoglobin

noun

gly·​co·​syl·​at·​ed hemoglobin glī-ˈkō-sə-ˌlā-təd- How to pronounce glycosylated hemoglobin (audio)
: hemoglobin a1c
The introduction of better tools for the monitoring of glycemic control, coupled with evidence that near-normal glycosylated hemoglobin levels reduce the risk of diabetic complications, has increased the demand for insulin preparations that have greater effectiveness, safety, and versatility.Irl B. Hirsch

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glycosylated hemoglobin was in 1975

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“Glycosylated hemoglobin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycosylated%20hemoglobin. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

Medical Definition

glycosylated hemoglobin

noun
gly·​co·​syl·​at·​ed hemoglobin glī-ˈkō-sə-ˌlā-təd- How to pronounce glycosylated hemoglobin (audio)
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