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GlossaryQuantitative Insulin Sensitivity Check Index

method to assess body's insulin sensitivity using fasting levels

The Quantitative Insulin Sensitivity Check Index (QUICKI) is a method used to assess how sensitive the body is to insulin. It is calculated using fasting blood glucose and insulin levels, providing a simple and reliable measure of insulin resistance, which is important for diagnosing and managing conditions like diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

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Indian women with PCOS from Delhi and Srinagar show different symptoms, with Delhi women having higher obesity and blood sugar issues, and Srinagar women showing more hair growth and testosterone levels.

research Elevated Fasting Insulin Is Associated With Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

17 citations, May 2019 in “Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews”

High fasting insulin levels in women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.

research Effects of Curcumin on Glycemic Control and Lipid Profile in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis and Trial Sequential Analysis

31 citations, February 2021 in “Nutrients”

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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 Ovarian SAHA Syndrome Is Associated With a More Insulin-Resistant Profile and Represents an Independent Risk Factor for Glucose Abnormalities in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Prospective Controlled Study

28 citations, October 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.

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