#124 A1c & Glucose Measurements: Mind the Gap Segment

What does the HbA1c really measure? What are its limitations? How does fructosamine and glycated albumin work? What will falsely elevate or decrease it? What are the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring? What are the limitations of a glucose-centric view and should we be more insulinocentric? Show notes, Transcript and References Time stamps 00:35 Random Glucose, Fasting Glucose, Glucose Tolerance Test 03:03 Hemoglobin A1c 08:26 Fructosamine and Glycated Albumin 10:50 Continuous Glucose Monitoring 15:44 The Overlooked Issue of Insulin Resistance 19:11 Summary Tags: IM Core, CoreIM, insulin resistance, diabetes, microvascular and macrovascular complication Find the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840 Our Sponsors: * Check out Branch Basics and use the code COREIM for 15% off: https://branchbasics.com * Check out FIGS and use code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy