Free Insulin Test
Unbound Insulin Test
The Free Insulin Test is a diagnostic blood test that measures the amount of unbound or free insulin in the blood. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that plays a key role in regulating blood sugar levels.
- The test provides information about the amount of unbound insulin in the blood, which is important for understanding insulin's immediate availability for regulating blood sugar levels.
- Abnormal Free Insulin levels may be associated with conditions such as diabetes and insulin resistance.
- Results should be interpreted by an endocrinologist or healthcare provider for accurate diagnosis and appropriate intervention.
Test Parameters
1 - Free Insulin Level
Quantifies the concentration of unbound or free insulin in the blood.
Sample Collection
Blood samples are collected from the patient for analysis of Free Insulin levels.
Collection Method : Blood Collection
Turn Around Time : Results are typically available within a few days after the blood sample collection is completed.
Preparation
No specific preparation is usually required for this test.
This Test is Used For
- Assessment of Free Insulin levels
- Evaluation of insulin regulation in blood sugar control
Risks
The Free Insulin Test involves minimal risks associated with standard blood collection procedures.
- Patients should inform their healthcare provider about any medications or medical conditions that may affect insulin levels.
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How our test process works!
Step 1
Vaccinated Phlebotomists
Only vaccinated phlebos are assigned orders
Step 2
Maintains Safety Precautions
Phlebo wears the mask,face shield and gloves & sanitizes himself before visiting the location
Step 3
Sample Collection
Vaccinated Phlebotomists collects from syringe in the barcoded vials
Step 4
Sample Storage
Vials are placed in a cooling container to maintain the temperature
Step 5
High Tech Facility
Lab ingests the samples into processing machines which are 100% automated
Step 6
Accurate Digital Reports
The reports are generated by the processing machines and clinically correlated by doctors