5.9 % to mmol/mol (HbA1c)

The answer, the conversion math, and a table of nearby HbA1c values. Unit conversion only; this page does not interpret the value clinically.

Answer
5.9 % = 41 mmol/mol
5.9 % × 10.929 − 23.50 = 41 mmol/mol
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How 5.9 % of HbA1c converts to mmol/mol

HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) reflects average blood glucose over the previous 8 to 12 weeks. HbA1c is reported as a percentage (NGSP/DCCT units) on U.S. and UK reports and in mmol/mol (IFCC units) on most other European reports. Many labs now print both.

HbA1c uses the IFCC-NGSP master equation rather than a single factor. 5.9 % × 10.929 − 23.50 = 41 mmol/mol. Source: IFCC-NGSP master equation (IFCC mmol/mol = 10.929 × (NGSP% − 2.15)).

Nearby HbA1c values

If your report showed a value close to 5.9 %, the table below covers the surrounding range.

%mmol/mol
39.287
4.424.588
5.334.424
5.940.981
6.547.538
7.457.375
8.973.768
11.8105.46

Common questions

What is 5.9 % HbA1c in mmol/mol?

5.9 % of HbA1c equals 41 mmol/mol. Computed with the IFCC-NGSP master equation.

How is 5.9 % HbA1c converted to mmol/mol?

5.9 % × 10.929 − 23.50 = 41 mmol/mol.

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Medical Disclaimer: This page performs a mechanical unit conversion. It is not a clinical interpretation. Whether any HbA1c value is within range for you depends on your laboratory's reference range and clinical context. Discuss specific results with your healthcare provider.