Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
- Receive your results digitally by email
What is Fructosamine?
Fructosamine is a biomarker that indicates the average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 weeks. It is a complex formed by the reaction of glucose with proteins in the blood.
Why measure/test Fructosamine?
Testing fructosamine is useful for people who want to monitor their diabetes management and for those who want a quicker view of how effective their glucose management has been in recent weeks. It is especially useful for people who have recently adjusted their diabetes medication or for whom standard longer-term tests, such as HbA1c, are not suitable.
What does it indicate?
Fructosamine provides an indication of the average blood sugar level over a period of 2 to 3 weeks. It helps in assessing the effectiveness of diabetes treatments and can demonstrate changes in blood glucose control more quickly than the HbA1c test.
What does a high Fructosamine level mean?
A high level of fructosamine may indicate poor blood glucose control and an increased risk of diabetes complications. It suggests that the average blood sugar level has been higher than desired over the measured period.
What does a low Fructosamine level mean?
A low level of fructosamine may indicate good control of the blood sugar level, but can also indicate a risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), particularly in people with diabetes who use insulin.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what people usually want to know.
How does it work from order to result?
After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.
How quickly can I get tested?
Usually very quickly. Collection points typically have slots within a few days, sometimes even same-day. It depends on how busy the location is. For a few specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.
Do I need to book an appointment?
At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.
