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Insulin Resistance Index Assessment

Health Checkups estimated about CNY 500-1000 (estimated about USD 75-150) 30 min

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Description

The Insulin Resistance Index Assessment helps identify metabolic dysfunction in patients with prediabetes, PCOS, or unexplained weight gain, costs ¥500–¥1000 at partner hospitals in China, and ChinaMedicalHub assists with appointment coordination and bilingual support.

Main Uses

The primary purpose of assessing the Insulin Resistance Index is to evaluate an individual's risk for developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other metabolic disorders. It is also used in monitoring the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving insulin sensitivity, such as lifestyle changes or medication adjustments, and in research settings to understand the mechanisms behind insulin resistance.

Normal Range

The Insulin Resistance Index, often assessed through the Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR), typically has a normal range from 0.5 to 2.0. This index is calculated using fasting glucose and insulin levels, with lower values indicating better insulin sensitivity.

Low Values - Possible Causes

Possible causes of low values include: enhanced physical activity, effective weight loss, improved dietary habits, successful treatment of underlying conditions like diabetes, and genetic predisposition towards higher insulin sensitivity.

High Values - Possible Causes

Possible causes of high values include: obesity, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and certain medications that can affect insulin action or secretion.

estimated about CNY 500-1000

estimated about USD 75-150

Duration: 30 min