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glycated albumin (fructosamine) in serum

Distinguish from fructosamine (isoglucosamine) in serum Indications: - assessment of glycemic control in diabetes mellitus when hemoglobinopathy or hemolytic anemia is suspected for an incorrect hemoglobin A1c [6] (MKSAP19) - see glycemic control Clinical significance: - values reflect the average blood glucose for the preceding 2-3 weeks - risk of misdiagnosing poor glycemic control ~10%, even in a selected population [5] Methods: - Duet is an office/clinic/pharmacy based glycated albumin monitor - In Charge Diabetes Control System is a patient monitor - Medical insurance covers cost

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albumin (ALB) fructosamine in serum

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special chemistry test

References

  1. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 13th ed. Isselbacher et al (eds), McGraw-Hill Inc. NY, 1994, pg 2023
  2. In Charge Diabetes Control System (888) 596-8378 - http://www.inchargenow.com
  3. Glycated Albumin Laboratory Test Directory ARUP: 80700
  4. Fructosamine Laboratory Test Directory ARUP: 99012
  5. Narbonne H, Renacco E, Pradel V, Portugal H, Vialettes B. Can fructosamine be a surrogate for HbA(1c) in evaluating the achievement of therapeutic goals in diabetes? Diabetes Metab. 2001 Nov;27(5 Pt 1):598-603. PMID: 11694860
  6. ElSayed NA, Aleppo G, Aroda VR, et al. Pharmacologic approaches to glycemic treatment: standards of care in diabetes - 2023. Diabetes Care. 2023;46:S140-S157. PMID: 36507650