NowFuture HbA1c Test System
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- Capillary Blood from the Upper Arm
- 18 years and above
- Collection Technology: SatioDot Dried Blood Spot Patch
- HSA/FSA: Accepted
- FDA Cleared
Collection method
About NowFuture HbA1c Test
HbA1c tests provide an average blood sugar level over the last 2-3 months, offering a comprehensive view of glucose management compared to standard tests, and can help identify prediabetes or diabetes risks.
Utilizing the SatioDot™ dried blood spot collection patch, the test allows for simple and painless sample collection at home, eliminating the need for fingersticks or lab visits.
The NowFuture HbA1c Test System is FDA-cleared for at-home use, ensuring accuracy, safety, and reliability comparable to clinical lab results.
Think of HbA1c as your blood sugar’s “report card” – it measures the percentage of red blood cells that have glucose attached to them. Since red blood cells live for about 120 days, this test reveals your average blood sugar levels over that entire period. Unlike daily glucose tests that can fluctuate based on recent meals or stress, HbA1c gives you the bigger picture of how well your body is managing glucose over time.
- Long-term Glucose Control: It provides an average of blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months, helping to assess long-term glycemic control.
- Anemia: If HbA1c is unexpectedly low despite elevated blood glucose levels, it may indicate a high turnover of red blood cells due to anemia, prompting further investigation.
- Endocrine Disorders: Elevated HbA1c may indicate poor glucose control associated with endocrine disorders, prompting further evaluation and management of these conditions.
- Medication Effects: Changes in HbA1c levels can help assess the impact of medications on glucose metabolism, guiding treatment decisions.
- Liver Disease : Abnormal HbA1c levels can reflect altered glucose metabolism, helping to assess the severity of liver dysfunction and its impact on blood sugar regulation.
- You’re not alone: More than 100 million Americans live with diabetes or prediabetes—and millions don’t even know it. Because prediabetes often has no symptoms, many people only find out after complications have already begun.The good news? Prediabetes can often be reversed with healthy lifestyle changes if it’s caught early.
- Prevention is possible: Without action, prediabetes can progress to Type 2 diabetes and other serious health problems. But studies show that even small steps—like losing a modest amount of weight and adding regular physical activity—can delay or even prevent diabetes in high‑risk adults.
Knowing your HbA1c is the first step toward taking control. - Screening is recommended: The American Diabetes Association recommends regular HbA1c screening for anyone 35 or older, and for younger people with risk factors such as being overweight, having high blood pressure or heart disease, a family history of diabetes, or certain ethnic backgrounds. Women with a history of gestational diabetes or PCOS are also encouraged to test. If you fall into any of these groups, HbA1c screening is a smart, proactive choice.
Not all at-home tests are created equal. The NowFuture HbA1c Test is FDA-cleared for home use, meaning it meets strict standards for accuracy, reliability, and safety. With FDA clearance, you can trust that your results are as dependable as those from a clinical lab—delivered with the convenience of testing at home.
How does nowfuture work?
Things inside the kit
Safety Lancet
SatioDot Collection Patch Painless, upper-arm blood collection
Gauze
Helps gently stop any bleeding after the sample is collected.
Prepaid shipping label
The kit box already includes the return mailer and label—save it for shipping
Bandage
SatioDot Collection Patch Painless, upper-arm blood collection
Alcohol pad
Preps and cleans the skin before using the SatioDot patch.
Specimen bag
Securely holds your sample for safe transport to the lab
Registration Card
Register your details to activate your kit and ensure accurate sample tracking.
Instructions for Use
Activate your kit, follow the instructions and collect your sample, Send in your sample