HbA1c in Diabetes
Author | : Stephen Gough |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 88 |
Release | : 2010-03-16 |
ISBN-10 | : 1444320351 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781444320350 |
Rating | : 4/5 (51 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Adapting to the IFCC system of reporting HbA1c poses achallenge to generations of health professionals who have learntthe percentage system related to the major clinical trials, in type1 and type 2 diabetes, the DCCT and UKPDS. This handy paperbackilluminates the transition path. Using real-life case studies to illustrate actual clinicalsituations, the book shows you how to use mmol/mol units in dailypractice. Each case study shows the old percentage units alongsidethe IFCC units for quick comparison. Produced in association withDiabetes UK, this pocketbook helps you work with confidence in theIFCC system.