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Insulin

Test Price: 699 549

Test Name : Insulin
Sample Type : Blood
Gender : Male / Female
Age group : All Age GroupYears
Report Timeline : 4 to 6 hrs
This Test Includes : 0 Tests

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Description

About Insulin Level Test

The Insulin Level Test measures the amount of insulin in the blood. Insulin is a hormone produced ...

Why is the Insulin Level Test Important?

  • Helps assess insulin resistance, which can lead to Type 2 diabetes.
  • Evaluates insulin production in Type 1 diabetes patients.
  • Detects hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) caused by excess insulin.
  • Diagnoses metabolic disorders such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
  • Monitors insulin levels in patients with pancreatic tumors (insulinomas).

When is the Insulin Level Test Prescribed?

Doctors may recommend this test if a patient has:

Symptoms of Insulin Resistance:

  • Weight gain, especially around the abdomen.
  • Fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
  • Dark patches of skin (Acanthosis Nigricans).

Symptoms of Diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2):

  • Increased thirst and frequent urination.
  • Unexplained weight loss.
  • Slow-healing wounds.

Low Blood Sugar Symptoms (Hypoglycemia):

  • Dizziness, sweating, and shaking.
  • Blurred vision and confusion.
  • Loss of consciousness in severe cases.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS):

  • Irregular periods, excess hair growth, and acne.
  • Weight gain and difficulty losing weight.

Assessment Before Insulin Therapy:

  • To determine insulin requirements in diabetic patients.

Monitoring Insulinoma (Pancreatic Tumors):

  • Excessive insulin production leading to severe low blood sugar.

Time Required for Test Report + Next Steps

Test Procedure:

  • A blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm.
  • The test is usually done fasting (no food for 8-12 hours).

Time for Results:

  • Reports are typically available within 24 hours.

Next Steps Based on Results:

High Insulin Levels:

  • May indicate insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetes, PCOS, or insulinoma.
  • Further tests like fasting glucose, HbA1c, and C-peptide tests may be required.

Low Insulin Levels:

  • May indicate Type 1 diabetes or pancreatic disorders.
  • Treatment may include insulin therapy and blood sugar management.

 

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