Relationship between glycosylated hemoglobin and plateletcrit of type 2 diabetes patients

Aim: Type 2 diabetes can cause serious vascular problems. Abnormal plateletcrit (PCT) levels were shown as a risc factor for coronary artery diseases by recent studies. Glycosylated hemoglonin (HbA1c) is widely ysed marker for assessment of glycemic control. This study aimed to evaluate relationship between HbA1c and PCT. Material and Method: It is retrospective case control study. 65 type 2 diabetic patients’ records were evaluated. Correlation between HbA1c and PCT, MPV was investigated. Results: Between HbA1c and PCT levels, statistically significant correlation was detected (r=0,4 p<0,01). Any correlation wasn’t detected with MPV. Conclusion: Plateletcrit may be guide for preventing vascular complication due to poor glycemic regulation. Therefore patients with increased plateletcrit values, should be evaluated for higher risk of vascular complications