HbA1c Venous Blood Test South Kensington
HbA1c (Venous) for diabetes screening, monitoring, and blood sugar assessment.
Book your test at our South Kensington clinic.
South Kensington Clinic
HbA1c (Venous)
Test fee £63 + £50 phlebotomy fee (per visit)
- Results in 1 day"
- UKAS accredited laboratory
- Professional phlebotomy service
- Confidential results portal
Or call 020 7183 2362
Pay at clinic on the day of your appointment
About the HbA1c (Venous)
The HbA1c (Venous) is an individual blood test offered at South Kensington Medical and Dental, located at 20 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3DL — a two-minute walk from South Kensington tube station. A edta blood is collected by a registered nurse during an appointment lasting approximately 20 minutes. Results are typically available within 1 day" and are delivered securely via email.
Blood glucose testing measures the concentration of sugar (glucose) in the blood. Glucose is the body's primary source of energy, derived from the food we eat and regulated by the hormone insulin, produced by the pancreas. The HbA1c test measures glycated haemoglobin — the percentage of haemoglobin proteins in red blood cells that have glucose attached to them. Because red blood cells have a lifespan of approximately 120 days, the HbA1c result reflects average blood sugar levels over the preceding 2–3 months. Diabetes UK estimates that approximately 4.3 million people in the UK are living with a diabetes diagnosis, with a further 850,000 potentially undiagnosed.
South Kensington Medical and Dental is a two-minute walk from South Kensington Underground station on the Piccadilly, District, and Circle lines. The clinic is open Monday to Thursday from 9am, with extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8pm, Fridays from 8am to 5pm, and weekends from 10am to 4pm. Walk-in availability is limited, so we recommend booking your appointment online in advance. All samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory.
Who May Consider This Test
The HbA1c (Venous) may be relevant for a range of individuals. The following are common reasons people choose to have this test:
- Individuals with a family history of type 2 diabetes
- People who are overweight, particularly with central obesity
- Those over 40, or over 25 for those of South Asian, Black, or African-Caribbean heritage
- Women who have had gestational diabetes
- Individuals experiencing increased thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained fatigue
- Anyone who has previously been told they have prediabetes
How to Prepare
Stay well hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your appointment. Good hydration helps make veins easier to locate and can make the blood draw quicker and more comfortable.
Continue your regular medications
Unless specifically advised otherwise by your doctor, continue taking your prescribed medications as normal before the test.
Bring your confirmation details
Arrive at our South Kensington clinic, 20 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3DL with your booking confirmation. We are a two-minute walk from South Kensington tube. The appointment takes approximately 20 minutes.
Pricing
HbA1c (Venous)
Individual test
Phlebotomy Fee
Blood draw by qualified phlebotomist (per visit)
Total
£113Payment is collected at the clinic. The phlebotomy fee is charged once per visit, regardless of the number of tests booked.
Sample Information
Your Results
If any results fall outside the normal reference range, we recommend discussing them with your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.
Diabetes & Blood Sugar Assessment
Blood sugar monitoring is essential for diabetes prevention and management.
- Diabetes screening
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Treatment effectiveness
- Prediabetes detection
- Weight management
How It Works
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Visit Our Clinic
South Kensington or City of London
Quick Blood Draw
Professional phlebotomy - 5 minutes
Get Results
Results in 1 day"
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this blood test
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Our South Kensington Clinic
Blood tests available at our South Kensington clinic
South Kensington
20 Old Brompton Road
London SW7 3DL
- 2 min walk from South Ken tube
- Circle, District & Piccadilly lines
Open 7 days a week • Walk-ins welcome • No GP referral needed
Ready to Book Your Test?
No GP referral needed. Book online and get tested at our City of London clinic. Results within 1 day".
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Meet Our Medical Team
Our experienced medical team is fully qualified and registered with the GMC and NMC, delivering safe, high-quality care in line with the highest professional standards.
Because our patients deserve nothing less.
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South Kensington Medical & Dental is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and our clinicians are registered with the relevant UK regulatory bodies, including the GDC and GMC. Our dentists, dental nurses and medical professionals deliver care that meets the highest clinical, safety and ethical standards, because our patients deserve nothing less.
