Insulina

Insulin

Insulin is a hormone, produced by the pancreas. It regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates, among other things. It is produced in response to an increase in blood glucose concentration after eating a meal.

Glucose is a simple sugar, obtained by the persistence of complex carbohydrates (sugars), which are one of the components of food. Glucose is absorbed and transported with the blood into the body. However, in order for it to enter the cell, insulin is needed.

Insulin can be supplemented if deficient, but always under the supervision of a doctor.

Blood insulin levels

In the body, insulin has numerous important functions. One of them is to regulate the rate at which glucose is consumed by human tissues, insulin lowers blood glucose levels. Another function of this hormone is to promote the conversion of carbohydrates into fats and the synthesis of proteins.

Deficiencies or deficiencies of insulin can lead to the development of type II diabetes.

Indications for testing insulin levels?

Insulin concentration measurement is performed:

• to assess the body's insulin sensitivity and confirm insulin resistance,
• in the diagnosis of hypoglycemia (hypoglycemia), or low blood glucose levels;
• helpfully in the diagnosis of insulinoma (a tumor arising from pancreatic islet cells);

Check the next tab to see who is at high risk for insulin resistance.

Getting ready for an insulin test

Preparation for the test is very important, because in the case of an incorrect approach to the procedure, the insulin level test may not be performed or the result obtained will be unreliable.

A few days before the insulin test

• Do not drink alcohol 2-3 days before the test.
• Refrain from drinking coffee and tea at least 12 hours before the collection.
• Avoid stress as much as possible, which can stimulate the body to produce insulin.

On the day of the blood insulin test

Stay fasting - that is, refrain from eating for about 12 hours before testing your blood sugar. In the morning, drink water, a glass maximum. Blood for testing is taken in the morning. Unless otherwise instructed by your doctor, blood should be drawn before taking your morning dose of medication. Immediately before the collection, rest in a sitting position for 10-15 minutes.

• Sampling the blood takes only a few seconds.
• The procedure related to the collection - skin disinfection, application of a tourniquet and pressure at the collection site after the procedure - lasts a few minutes.
• There are no contraindications to perform the test.

Fasting insulin result

1. Test result available within 1 business day.
2. Possibility to collect the result at the reception desk of the previously selected Centre,

After the examination at the Medicover Medical Center, you can collect its results online.

1. Download the Medicover OnLine application on your phone from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Log in to the application via a secure online banking system or, when visiting a Download Point, collect the application password at the Medicover Center reception desk.

Watch how to log in to the Medicover OnLine application