glycosylated hemoglobin
noun
gly·co·syl·at·ed hemoglobin glī-ˈkō-sə-ˌlā-təd- 
: 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
Irl B. Hirsch
Word History
First Known Use
1975, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
glycosylated hemoglobin
noun
gly·co·syl·at·ed hemoglobin glī-ˈkō-sə-ˌlā-təd-
: hemoglobin a1c