Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Fructosamine
Fructosamine
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Fructosamine |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | FRU |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Brown clotted serum, gel barrier |
| Clinical Indication | It may be used to help monitor glycaemic control in diabetic patients in whom HbA1c is not appropriate e.g. medications/ condition that may affect red cell lifespan/ turnover. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 1mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Laboratory | Hull Royal Infirmary Anlaby Road Hull HU3 2JZ 01482 607753 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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