Measurement of serum fructosamine is used for mid-term evaluation of diabetes control in diabetic patients.
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Fructosamine is a generic term and refers to any glycosylated protein. It is formed by the non-enzymatic reaction of blood glucose with certain amino acids of blood proteins. This non-enzymatic glycosylation reaction is proportional to the blood glucose concentration. Since albumin (albumin) is the most abundant serum protein, it accounts for approximately 80% of the glycosylated serum proteins and thus, a high proportion of fructosamine.
Measurement of fructosamine is used to control diabetic patients, reflecting glucose concentrations over a shorter time (2-3 weeks) than measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin (hemoglobin A1c). It can be used as an indicator of mid-term control of glucose levels in diabetic patients with abnormal hemoglobin, in patients with gestational diabetes and in children with type 1 diabetes.
Important Note
Laboratory test results are the most important parameter for the diagnosis and monitoring of all pathological conditions. 70%-80% of diagnostic decisions are based on laboratory tests. Correct interpretation of laboratory results allows a doctor to distinguish "healthy" from "diseased".
Laboratory test results should not be interpreted from the numerical result of a single analysis. Test results should be interpreted in relation to each individual case and family history, clinical findings and the results of other laboratory tests and information. Your personal physician should explain the importance of your test results.
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