Fructosamine

Test information: Used in the monitoring of diabetic patients when the lifespan of red blood cells are reduced in for example in Spherocytosis and Sickle Cell, and so routine HbA1c testing cannot be used.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Please see the report.

UKAS number

8407

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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