Hemoglobin A1c is a protein on the surface of red blood cells that sugar molecules stick to, usually for the life of the red blood cell (about three months). The higher the level of glucose in the blood, the higher the level of hemoglobin A1c is detectable on red blood cells. Hemoglobin A1c levels correlate with average levels of glucose in the blood over an approximately three-month time period. Normal ranges for hemoglobin A1c in people without diabetes is about 4% to 5.9%.
Finger Pointing Up or Down. A hand with the index finger pointing up symbolizes the hope of heaven, while a hand with the index finger pointing down represents God reaching down for the soul. The finger pointing down does not indicate damnation; instead, it most commonly represents and untimely, sudden, or unexpected death.
The Hamsa Hand and the Hand of Fatima have become popular good luck symbols worldwide. They are common symbols in both Jewish and Muslim communities. In Jewish communities it is called the Hamsa Hand or the Hand of Miriam.In Muslim communities it is called the Hand of Fatima or the Khamsa.Hamsa is the Hebrew word for five. Likewise Khamsa is the Arabic word for five. The Hamsa hand and the Hand of Fatima are equally best known for the power to protect the owner from the evil eye and bring happiness to the holder.n Jewish communities it is called the Hamsa Hand or the Hand of Miriam. In Muslim communities it is called the Hand of Fatima or the Khamsa. Hamsa is the Hebrew word for five.