for_esimation_of_blood_sugar_blood_is_collected_in_flouride_bulb [LSSTH - Laboratory Services Sir T Hospital, Bhavnagar]

For the estimation of blood sugar, blood is collected in a fluoride bulb

Blood is collected in a fluoride bulb for estimation because fluoride prevents the breakdown of glucose in the blood.
It stops an enzyme called enolase, which is needed for glycolysis
This helps keep the glucose level stable and ensures accurate test results.
Without fluoride, blood cells would continue using glucose, leading to lower readings.
That’s why fluoride bulbs are important for glucose estimation in blood tests.