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    What is a Insulin - Fasting Test?

    An Insulin test measures the level of insulin in the bloodstream. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows glucose to enter the cells in your muscles, fat, and liver, where it is used for energy. If the pancreas does not produce the correct amount of insulin at the right time, it can lead to conditions such as hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar). Therefore, an Insulin test is important for determining if your insulin levels are within the normal range.

    Insulin Blood tests also help doctors diagnose causes of hypoglycaemia, assess insulin resistance, and determine if insulin therapy is needed for patients with type 2 diabetes. They also monitor the effectiveness of pancreatic islet cell transplantation in type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune condition that destroys the insulin-producing islet cells in the pancreas.

    If you live in Bangalore and have symptoms of a health condition related to insulin, an Insulin Blood test can determine how much insulin your pancreas is producing. Book an Insulin Fasting test in Bangalore today to check your insulin levels.

    Insulin - Fasting Test Parameters

    The Insulin Fasting test measures a single parameter: the amount of insulin in the blood.

    Insulin helps to transport blood glucose from your bloodstream into your cells for energy. Glucose is absorbed from the foods you consume and is also produced by the liver when you are fasting. After eating, blood glucose levels increase, triggering the pancreas to release insulin into the bloodstream. Insulin helps the cells absorb the glucose from the blood, thus lowering blood glucose levels and maintaining them within a normal range. Insufficient insulin can result in diabetes, while excess insulin can cause hypoglycaemia. Therefore, if your doctor has ordered an Insulin test, you should get it done as soon as possible to assist in accurately diagnosing your health issue.

    Insulin - Fasting Test Preparation

    For accurate results, consider the following when scheduling a Fasting Insulin test at home in Bangalore:

    • Prerequisites

    It is required to fast (refrain from eating or drinking) for 10 to 12 hours prior to the Insulin test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The Fasting Insulin test can be scheduled at any time of the day following a 10- to 12-hour fasting period.

    • Who Should Take an Insulin Fasting Test

    While anyone can schedule an Insulin Fasting test, it is commonly ordered for the following people:

    • Cautions Before Taking an Insulin Fasting Test

    There are generally no specific precautions for the Fasting Insulin test. However, if you take biotin supplements (vitamin B7) or medications containing biotin, your doctor may advise you to discontinue them at least one day before your test. Always consult your doctor before stopping any medications.

    Why Take a Insulin - Fasting Test?

    Your doctor may suggest an Insulin Blood test to identify the underlying cause if a recent blood glucose test showed low blood sugar levels. Symptoms of low blood sugar include:

    • Dizziness

    • Anxiety

    • Trembling

    • Sweating

    • Hunger

    • Confusion

    • Nausea

    • Irritability

    • Weakness

    • Headache

    • An irregular heartbeat

    This test may also be ordered by your doctor to diagnose and monitor insulin resistance, which is more likely if you have prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, PCOS, or heart disease. Insulin Blood test also helps guide treatment decisions for type 2 diabetes, determining if insulin therapy is necessary. Other reasons for needing this test include:

    • Islet cell transplantation, in which insulin-producing pancreatic tissue is transplanted, necessitates insulin testing to assess transplant effectiveness.

    • Removal of insulinoma, a non-cancerous pancreatic tumour causing excessive insulin production and low blood glucose. Post-surgery, insulin testing may be required to verify the absence of tumour tissue and monitor for recurrence.

    Insulin - Fasting Test Results & Interpretation

    The table below outlines the normal range for Fasting Insulin tests and conditions that may cause insulin levels to deviate from these norms:

    ParameterBiological ReferenceInterpretation of Results
    Insulin, Fasting2.3-26 µU/mLHigher-than-normal levels of insulin are associated with conditions such as obesity, Cushing's syndrome, acromegaly, insulinoma, contraceptive use, and early stage of type 2 diabetes. Lower-than-normal levels are associated with conditions such as type 1 diabetes, late stage of type 2 diabetes, and chronic pancreatitis.

    Consult your doctor to understand what your test results reveal about your health.

    FAQs on Insulin - Fasting Test in Bangalore

    The Insulin Fasting test price is ₹ 900. The price is inclusive of the quick home sample collection in 60 minutes of booking.

    Yes, home blood sample collection is offered for the Insulin Fasting test in Bangalore. It can be scheduled within 60 minutes after booking, based on available slots, or at your preferred time.

    A Fasting Insulin test is used to diagnose conditions like hypoglycaemia and insulin resistance, guide diabetes treatment decisions, and monitor pancreatic islet cell transplantation effectiveness in type 1 diabetes.

    Yes, a 10- to 12-hour fasting period is required before the Insulin Resistance test.

    Provided below are the steps to book any blood test or health checkup through our platform:

    • Find the Test : Search for the Insulin Fasting test in Bangalore or at-home sample collection for the Insulin Fasting test and click on Orange Health’s page.

    • Review and Confirm : Choose the test, review prerequisites, input your address details, and finalise the booking by selecting a suitable time slot for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : Our trained eMedic will arrive at your specified time slot to collect the sample at your place of residence.

    • Lab Processing : The collected sample will be transported to our NABL-accredited and ICMR-approved labs for analysis.

    • Receive Results : Your reports will be sent to you via email or WhatsApp within 15 hours, accessible also through our app interface.

    The normal range for insulin is typically between 2.3 to 26 µU/mL.

    The report of the Insulin Fasting test in Bangalore is usually ready within 15 hours of sample collection.

    Your doctor will decide the testing frequency of the Insulin Fasting test based on your specific health condition and symptoms.

    The Insulin Fasting test measures a single parameter: the amount of insulin in the blood.

    The fasting time required for an Insulin Fasting blood test is typically 10 to 12 hours.

    Fasting is required for an Insulin test to ensure accurate measurement of baseline insulin levels without the influence of recent food intake, which can affect blood glucose and insulin levels.

    Low insulin levels in the blood can be caused by conditions such as type 1 diabetes, late-stage type 2 diabetes, and chronic pancreatitis.

    Without having to visit a physical lab, Orange Health provides the fastest Insulin Fasting Test services near you across Bangalore at the convenience of your home. Localities include but not limited to Adugodi, Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Basavanagudi, Bellandur, BTM Layout, Chamrajpet, Cottonpet, CV Raman Nagar, Domlur, Electronic City, Frazer Town, Giri Nagar, Hebbal, Hennur, Hosur, HSR Layout, Jakkur, Jalahalli, Jaya Nagar, Kadugodi, Kammanahalli, Kengeri, Koramangala, Mahalakshmi Layout, Madiwala, Magadi Road, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mathikere, Mysore Road, Nagarbhavi, Nandhini Layout, Old Airport Road, Peenya, RT Nagar, Rajaji Nagar, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Sadashivnagar, Sahakara Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Sarjapur, Seshadripuram, Shanthi Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Sri Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, Uttarahalli, Vasanth Nagar, Vidyaranyapura, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Yelahanka, Yeshwantpur.

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