Diabetes & glucose
HOMA-IRHOMA
A calculated measure of insulin resistance from fasting glucose and insulin.
TypeCalculated valueResult12-24 hours
Calculated value
What this is calculated from
HOMA-IR is not measured separately, but derived from values that are in your finger-prick.
HOMA-IR is calculated from:
Reference ranges
What is a normal value?
Reference range by sex. Where your result falls depends on several factors — this is not a personal result.
Please note — these reference ranges are indicative and not yet reviewed by a registered (BIG) doctor. They may vary between laboratories and individuals.
Everyone< 2
0reference range2
insulin resistance likely above 2.5
About the sample
Collected at home, measured in the lab
Result
12-24 hours
Turnaround times are an estimate from when your sample arrives at the lab and may vary.
Finger-prick collection kit by postResult in ~48 hoursReviewed by a registered (BIG) doctorFree return
Tests with this value
This biomarker is part of the following blood tests.
Related values
Measure this value at home
Order a collection kit, take a few drops of blood at home and receive your result with a review by a registered doctor.
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