Do you have insulin resistance? It’s hard to simply answer yes or no, even with a proper diagnosis.
Diagnosing Insulin Resistance
Before providing you the insulin resistance self-test, there are a few ways your Dr. can provide diagnosis of insulin resistance. These tests aren’t always conclusive and many times provide false-positives and/or false negatives.
Let’s take a look at 4 tests you could have your Dr. prescribe:
1. Waist Circumference
A relatively simple test that determines if you have a waist measurement greater than 35 inches.
2. Fasting Glucose Levels
One of the most common tests done that measure glucose levels after you’ve fasted for a few hours. If your blood sugar is higher than normal (75-100 mg/dl) you could have insulin resistance.
