Metrika Testing Supplies through Bayer
Hemoglobin A1C tests, or HbA1c, is an important aspect of diabetes maintenance. Unlike blood sugar tests that are taken a few times every day, HbA1c tests are taken every 2-3 months to measure how well blood sugar control is doing.
In the past, HbA1c tests had to be taken at a doctor's office. Metrika Inc., a former diabetes supply company, produced a portal A1C test administrator called the A1CNow+. A portable and easy to use diabetic tool, A1CNow+ provides access to the A1C status of a diabetes patient from just about anywhere, making it easier to receive A1C tests independently. Measuring hemoglobin is one of the best indicators of diabetes health. By being able to watch how it progresses over time, diabetics can make the choices necessary to improve their condition. Even a small reduction in HbA1c is important to bringing blood sugar levels to a consistently normal level.
The A1CNow+ also offers quick results within just five minutes, improving the efficiency at which normal test results are given. Tests can be performed in a three-step procedure using a finger-stick or venous blood samples. The A1CNow+ measures these samples quickly to help people with diabetes make stronger decisions in their diabetes management. It also utilizes the latest technology through its integration of micro-optical technology and solid state chemistry into a monitor with disposable cartridges.
In 1994, Metrika was acquired by Bayer HealthCare, a division of the global medical equipment company, Bayer AG. It added the A1CNow+ to its diabetes product line as a way for customers to take advantage of measuring their hemoglobin levels independently. It has been certified by the National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program as a qualified producer of HbA1c test results.
Bayer is one of the world's trusted names in self-test diagnostic medical equipment. Supporting customers in 100 countries, Bayer's diabetes division products a range of tools for individual blood glucose testing, including monitors, test strips, and tablets. It is based in Tarrytown, New York and is a part of Bayer HealthCare LLC.
Testing your HbA1c every few months can be just as important as taking daily blood glucose tests when you have diabetes. It provides a broader scope of where your diabetes is and allows you to make the decisions necessary to improve them. For more information on Metrika's former product, visit the Bayer HealthCare website at bayercontour.com.