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GlossaryFasting Insulin

measurement of insulin levels after not eating for 8 hours

Fasting Insulin refers to the measurement of insulin levels in the blood after an individual has not eaten for at least 8 hours. This test helps assess how well the body is managing blood sugar levels and can be used to diagnose conditions like insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes.

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Effect of Metformin Using 2-Hour Postload Insulin for Measuring Insulin Resistance in Taiwanese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Effect of Metformin Using 2-Hour Postload Insulin for Measuring Insulin Resistance in Taiwanese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

6 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of the Formosan Medical Association”

Metformin improved insulin resistance and BMI in overweight Taiwanese women with PCOS, and a 2-hour insulin test may be a good screening tool.

research Insulin-Lowering Medications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

39 citations , September 2000 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America”

Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.

research Raising Threshold for Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Excludes Population of Patients with Metabolic Risk

14 citations , July 2016 in “Fertility and Sterility”

Changing the diagnosis criteria for PCOS might miss women at risk for related health issues.

research Metabolic Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

August 2015 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology”

Women with PCOS often have insulin resistance, abnormal lipid levels, and a higher risk of diabetes and heart disease; lifestyle changes and medication like metformin can help manage these risks.

research Metabolic Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

August 2015 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology”

Women with PCOS often have metabolic issues like insulin resistance and a higher risk of diabetes and abnormal lipid levels.

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