Fasting Insulin Test at home in Bengaluru
The fasting insulin test measures the amount of insulin in your blood after a period without food. It is used alongside glucose to look at how well your body responds to insulin.
- Price
- ₹399
- Fasting
- Required (about 12 hours)
- Category
- Diabetes
- Results
- During your visit
What the Insulin Test measures
Insulin is a hormone released by the pancreas that lowers blood sugar by helping cells take up glucose. A fasting sample shows your baseline insulin level without the effect of a recent meal, which is useful for assessing insulin resistance.
Why it's done
- Investigating insulin resistance, often alongside fasting glucose
- Assessing conditions linked to insulin resistance, such as PCOS, on medical advice
- Providing additional context in people with risk factors for type 2 diabetes
How to prepare
This test requires fasting: nothing to eat or drink except plain water for about 12 hours before your slot. Choosing an early-morning slot makes this easiest. We remind you again before you confirm your booking.
Understanding your result
Your report shows your insulin level with the reference range. Insulin is usually interpreted together with your fasting glucose rather than on its own, so discuss both results with your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fast for an insulin test?
Yes. Nothing to eat or drink except plain water for about 12 hours before your slot, the same as for a glucose test.
Can I book this alongside a glucose test?
Yes, many people book them together since both need fasting and are often read side by side.
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This page is general information, not medical advice, and a test result is not a diagnosis. Always discuss your results with a qualified doctor. All tests