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Fasting Insulin
Measures fasting insulin to assess insulin resistance and metabolic health, often paired with glucose or A1c. Requires an 8+ hour fast.
What it measures
Inside the Fasting Insulin
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Fasting insulin
Who it's for
Who should consider this
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Patients assessing insulin resistance
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Anyone optimizing metabolic health
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Members pairing it with glucose or A1c
Good to know
Before you test
This is general clinical context — not medical advice. Your physician determines whether Fasting Insulin is appropriate and interprets your results.
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Requires an 8+ hour fast
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Often interpreted alongside fasting glucose (HOMA-IR)
Not sure if this panel is right for you?
A licensed Allora physician will review your goals, history, and symptoms before recommending any lab work.