What does an HbA1c value of 8.5% reflect in a patient newly diagnosed with diabetes?
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Correct answer: Average blood glucose over past 2-3 months
HbA1c reflects average blood glucose over approximately the previous 2-3 months and is used in the diagnosis and management of diabetes.
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