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

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