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HelpTest Code LAB0232009 Fructosamine, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo Test ID |
|---|
| FRUCT |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Monitoring intermediate (1-3 weeks) glycemic control
Monitoring glycemic control in patients with shortened red blood cell survival
Method Name
Colorimetric Rate Reaction
Reporting Name
Fructosamine, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Serum gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection.
2. Red-top tubes should be centrifuged and the serum aliquoted into a plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 60 days | ||
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
200-285 mcmol/L
Interpretation
In general, fructosamine reflects glycemic control in diabetic patients over the previous 1 to 3 weeks. High values indicate poor control.
All glycated proteins are measured by this method, with glycated albumin contributing a large portion.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysSpecimen Retention Time
1 weekTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82985
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FRUCT | Fructosamine, S | 15069-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FRUCT | Fructosamine, S | 15069-8 |