We came across this easy to read article about the benefits of testing for A1c in children (no fasting required), and a good overview of A1c testing and its importance.
Also attached is the PDF of the Johns Hopkins study mentioned, for those interested in reviewing the source scientific article.
You can read the article here: https://www.medicaldaily.com/diabetes-testing-detects-prediabetes-children-455484
You can download the PDF of the study here: John Hopkins Study on A1c tests for Children