ea0085oc7.2 | Oral Communications 7 | BSPED2022
Qian Hui Lim Rachel
, Gireesh Bhat Nikita
, Begum Rogina
, Shah Pratik
, Ayling Ruth
, Gevers Evelien
Background: Rapid implementation of tele-clinics was necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic. Patients missed routine point-of-care HbA1c testing, vital for evaluating long-term glycemic control. We evaluated the feasibility of remote HbA1c monitoring via self-collection of capillary blood samples at home, and examined clinical characteristics associated with patient engagement.Methods: Bio-Rad Haemoglobin Capillary Collection System (HCCS) was used, with...