HbA1c Test (Diabetes Check)
HbA1c — your 3-month average blood sugar — plus fasting glucose. The standard pathology screen for diabetes risk and metabolic health.
One-time payment of A$49. GST included. No subscription.
What this panel measures
- HbA1c (Glycated Haemoglobin): The percentage of red blood cells with glucose attached. Reflects average blood sugar over ~3 months.
- Fasting Glucose: Blood sugar after an overnight fast — a snapshot to complement the long-term HbA1c picture.
Who this panel is for
Have you noticed any of these:
- family history of type 2 diabetes
- carrying weight around the middle
- sugar crashes, energy dips or cravings
- in your mid-30s or older with no baseline yet
- PCOS or insulin resistance
- tracking the impact of diet, fasting or exercise on metabolism
How it works
- Order online, no GP referral needed.
- Visit any of 2,000+ accredited collection centres across Australia.
- Results delivered same day to your personal dashboard with clear explanations.
Sample and turnaround
Single blood draw. Fast for 8–12 hours (water OK) for accurate fasting glucose. HbA1c itself doesn't require fasting. Results back same day.
Frequently asked questions
Why HbA1c instead of just a glucose reading?
A single fasting glucose tells you what your blood sugar is right now. HbA1c reflects what it's been on average for the last 3 months — far more useful as a long-term signal.
What's a healthy HbA1c?
Australian labs typically classify below 5.7% (39 mmol/mol) as normal, 5.7–6.4% as pre-diabetic range, and 6.5%+ as diabetic range. A single reading isn't a diagnosis — discuss any out-of-range result with your doctor.
I do intermittent fasting — does that affect results?
It can. Test in your usual fasting window for consistency, and tell your doctor about your eating pattern when discussing results.
What's the difference between this and the Metabolic Health Panel?
This Diabetes Check covers HbA1c and glucose. The Metabolic Health Panel adds Fasting Insulin and a full lipid panel for a deeper insulin-resistance picture.
Keep reading
Guides
- Private blood test cost — Private blood tests in Australia range from $35 for single biomarkers up to $500+ for comprehensive panels. What you're paying for, what drives the cost, and when private testing is worth it.
- Blood test without a GP referral — Yes — most common blood tests can be self-ordered in Australia. How direct-to-consumer pathology works, what's available, and when you should still see a GP first.