Insulin Resistance & C-Peptide Profile
Fasting insulin and C-peptide with calculated HOMA-IR and QUICKI indices. Insulin resistance typically develops long before glycaemic markers shift, making this useful for earlier metabolic risk detection.
- Sample type
- Blood (serum)
- Turnaround
- 3–5 business days
- Fasting
- Required
- Collection
- Home visit or centre
What's measured (4 groups)
- Fasting insulin and C-peptide
- Fasting glucose and HbA1c
- HOMA-IR and QUICKI calculated indices
- Adiponectin and leptin
How to prepare
- Fast for 10–12 hours (water permitted)
- Take no diabetes medication on the morning of collection unless advised otherwise
Meridian Reference Laboratory
Results are released to your Meridian Health account and can be shared with your treating clinician. Lab results are best interpreted alongside your clinical history — book a consultation if you'd like to review them with a doctor.
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