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Blood Test Consultation - Glucose/Diabetic Check (HbA1c)

A quick check to understand your longer-term blood sugar levels and what they may mean for you.

  • Clear, easy-to-understand explanation of your result
  • Practical next steps you can act on straight away
  • Helps you keep track of changes over time
  • Private, supportive appointment at a pace that suits you
Blood Test Consultation - Glucose/Diabetic Check (HbA1c)

Support once your report arrives

Your sample is analysed by our specialist partner and you receive a full HbA1c report directly from them, with our pharmacist on hand to help you plan next steps.

Quick appointment with minimal disruption

Designed to fit around your day, with a focused conversation and a clear plan for what to do next.

Confidential and respectful service

Your questions are welcomed, and your personal information is handled sensitively throughout.

What To Expect

What this service involves

You will be asked a few questions about your health, symptoms, and any medicines you use. A small finger-prick blood sample is taken for an HbA1c check, then your result is explained along with what it may indicate. You will leave with practical guidance on monitoring, lifestyle steps, and what to do if follow-up is needed.

Simple finger-prick sample

A small drop of blood is taken to help assess longer-term blood sugar control.

Time for your questions

You can discuss your concerns, priorities, and what support would be most helpful for you.

What's Included

What we provide

These are the key parts of the appointment and what you will take away afterwards.

Health and medicine review

A brief review of your symptoms, routine, and current medicines to put your result into context.

HbA1c result and explanation

Your HbA1c reading explained clearly, including what it suggests and what it does not show.

Personal next-step plan

Practical actions to try and guidance on when to re-check or seek further assessment.

Lifestyle support guidance

Simple, realistic tips on food, activity, weight, and alcohol to support steadier blood sugar levels.

Tracking over time

Advice on how to use repeat checks to spot trends and measure progress.

Transparent Pricing

Blood Test Consultation - Glucose/Diabetic Check (HbA1c) pricing

One transparent fee for your blood test consultation - glucose/diabetic check (hba1c) appointment, approximately 15 minutes with one of our pharmacists. No hidden charges.

£36

/ 15 min appointment
Is This Right For You?

Who this service is for

Ideal if you want a clearer picture of your longer-term blood sugar levels and practical guidance on next steps.

People with diabetes monitoring control

Useful if you want to keep an eye on HbA1c trends and discuss day-to-day steps that may help.

Those with symptoms or risk factors

For anyone concerned about blood sugar due to family history, weight, age, or recent changes in health.

Anyone making lifestyle changes

Helpful if you are improving diet and activity and want a clearer way to track progress over time.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions

HbA1c is a blood test that reflects your average blood sugar level over the last few months, which can be helpful for monitoring and understanding longer-term control.

Same-day appointments

Ready when you are.

Book your blood test consultation - glucose/diabetic check (hba1c) in under two minutes. No GP referral, no waiting list, just expert care from a qualified pharmacist.

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