Insulin resistance panel
This is a fasting blood test you can complete to assess for insulin resistance. It also includes screening for pre-diabetes and diabetes. Complete this test first thing in the morning after fasting for 10 hours. You can drink water beforehand. This test also includes an iron panel because iron and ferritin deficiencies can increase insulin resistance. Lab interpretation and discussion occur during visits for established patients. If you complete this test, please do not make any medication, diet or lifestyle changes prior to discussion with your provider.
Tests included
- C-Peptide
- Insulin Resistance Score
- Insulin, Intact, Lc/Ms/Ms
- Hemoglobin A1c
- eAG (mg/dL)
- eAG (mmol/L)
- Ferritin
- Iron % Saturation
- Iron, Total
- Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
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