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    GlossaryHomeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance

    method to estimate insulin resistance using fasting glucose and insulin

    The Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) is a method used to estimate insulin resistance, which is when the body's cells don't respond well to insulin. It is calculated using fasting blood glucose and insulin levels, providing a simple way to assess how well the body is managing blood sugar.

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