Early detection of insulin resistance (IR) can be a game changer in preventing or altering the course of prediabetes, diabetes, and other serious health conditions. Many patients with normal glucose and HbA1c levels may still have underlying issues, such as struggling beta cells that lead to IR. Since IR often progresses gradually and without noticeable symptoms, identifying it early provides the best opportunity to reverse its effects and improve long-term health.
The Importance of Early Identification
Insulin resistance doesn’t just impact blood sugar levels. It is associated with a range of conditions, including:
- Cardiovascular disease (CVD)
- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
By identifying insulin resistance before traditional markers like glucose or HbA1c indicate a problem, patients can take meaningful action to reduce their risk and protect their health.
At InShapeMD San Angelo, we’re proud to offer the Cardio IQ® Insulin Resistance Panel with Score. A simple yet powerful tool to assess insulin resistance and identify the risk of prediabetes and diabetes. This test is unique in its accuracy and reliability, as it is the only routine insulin resistance score validated against the gold standard.
Why Choose the Cardio IQ® IR Test?
- Validated by Experts: This test was compared against the insulin suppression test, a gold standard for measuring insulin resistance, in a Stanford University study of 535 individuals without diabetes or cardiovascular disease.
- Comprehensive Assessment: It combines insulin and C-peptide measurements from a single fasting blood sample to provide an enhanced evaluation of IR.
- Superior Insights: It offers better discrimination of IR compared to traditional metrics, such as triglyceride-to-HDL ratios or HOMA-IR.
- Early Detection: The test identifies IR and prediabetes risk before these issues become apparent through standard markers like glucose or HbA1c.
Who Should Consider Testing?
Patients with normal glucose and HbA1c levels can still benefit from this advanced test, especially if they exhibit any of the following risk factors:
- Overweight or obesity
- Central obesity (excess fat around the midsection)
- Family history of diabetes
- History of gestational diabetes
- Hypertension
- Acanthosis nigricans (dark, velvety skin patches)
If any of these apply to you, testing can provide valuable insights into your health and help you take proactive steps.
Understanding your insulin resistance status is the first step toward reclaiming your health. With the Cardio IQ® IR Panel, our team at InShapeMD San Angelo can create a personalized plan to address your unique needs and reverse the course of insulin resistance before it leads to more serious complications.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to take control of your health. Contact us today. Together, we’ll help you achieve better health and peace of mind, starting now!
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