A diabetic patient is suspected of having poor long-term glucose control.Which test would be most appropriate for confirming this suspicion?
A)Fibrinogen
B)Folate
C)Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
D)Fructosamine

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Fructosamine levels reflect the average blood glucose over the previous 2-3 weeks, making it a useful indicator for long-term glucose control in diabetic patients. Fibrinogen, folate, and FSH are not indicative of glucose control.

A Diabetic Patient Is Suspected of Having Poor Long-Term Glucose