The Fructosamine test measures glycated serum proteins, reflecting average blood glucose levels over the previous 2–3 weeks. Unlike hemoglobin A1c, which reflects longer-term glucose control, fructosamine provides insight into more recent changes in blood sugar levels.
This test is commonly used to monitor glucose control in individuals with diabetes, especially when hemoglobin A1c results may be unreliable or when short-term monitoring is needed. It can also be useful in evaluating the effectiveness of recent changes in diabetes treatment or diet.
Fructosamine
The Fructosamine test measures glycated serum proteins, reflecting average blood glucose levels over the previous 2–3 weeks. Unlike hemoglobin A1c, which reflects longer-term glucose control, fructosamine provides insight into more recent changes in blood sugar levels.
This test is commonly used to monitor glucose control in individuals with diabetes, especially when hemoglobin A1c results may be unreliable or when short-term monitoring is needed. It can also be useful in evaluating the effectiveness of recent changes in diabetes treatment or diet.
