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Overview:
Insulin Resistance
The standard measure of insulin resistance is the homeostasis model, based on both fasting insulin and fasting glucose level. Also called Homeostasis Model of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR).
Methodology
Insulin Resistance is calculated as:
Homeostasis Model of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) = [fasting insulin (uU/ml) X fasting glucose (mg/dl)] /401.85
Patient Preparation: Fasting is required
Preferred Specimen: 1.0 mL serum (0.5 mL minimum) collected in serum separator tube (SST/Tiger Top)
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (ship on frozen cold packs)
Stability: Refrigerated: 3 days
Collection Details:
Collection Instructions:
Patient Preparation: Fasting is required
Preferred Specimen: 1.0 mL serum (0.5 mL minimum) collected in serum separator tube (SST/Tiger Top)
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (ship on frozen cold packs)
Stability: Refrigerated: 3 days