I was at the doctor's the other day for a physical. While there I took advantage and asked if he could run some blood work. Among others, I asked if he could test my insulin levels. I had already eaten 2 carb meals, but he said it was ok to get blood drawn and that I did not need to be fasting.
I got the results and insulin levels are +26 (Range: 2.6-24.9 uIU/mL)
Every other time I have gotten insulin tested, I was fasted and it was always under 10.
Shouldn't insulin levels be tested fasted for accurate results? Should I be concerned with this number considering I had eaten 2 carb meals prior to the testing?
The results have me a little paranoid. I know I'll be getting them tested again soon, but was wondering what your thoughts are.
I got the results and insulin levels are +26 (Range: 2.6-24.9 uIU/mL)
Every other time I have gotten insulin tested, I was fasted and it was always under 10.
Shouldn't insulin levels be tested fasted for accurate results? Should I be concerned with this number considering I had eaten 2 carb meals prior to the testing?
The results have me a little paranoid. I know I'll be getting them tested again soon, but was wondering what your thoughts are.
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