Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR)
HOMA-IR measures the degree of insulin resistance by assessing the balance between glucose and insulin levels in the body.
HOMA-IR is an index used to diagnose insulin resistance.
Key facts at a glance
- Units
- index
- Clinical utility
- diagnostic
- Result kind
- semi_quantitative
- FDA-cleared
- Roche HOMA-IR Calculated, Abbott HOMA-IR
HOMA-IR is a mathematical model that estimates insulin resistance based on fasting glucose and insulin levels. It is widely used in clinical settings to assess metabolic health.
A higher HOMA-IR value indicates greater insulin resistance, which is often associated with conditions like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome.
The reference range for HOMA-IR is typically between 0 and 2.5, with values above this range suggesting increased risk for insulin resistance and related metabolic disorders.
Frequently asked questions
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