Description
Test Name: Insulin – PP (Post Prandial)
Sample Required: Blood (Serum)
Fasting Required: No, but sample is collected 2 hours after meal
Report Time: Within 24 hours
📖 Overview
The Insulin – PP test measures the amount of insulin in your blood 2 hours after eating food. This helps to understand how your body is responding to glucose from the meal.
🔹 Why is this test important?
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To check how well your body makes and uses insulin
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To evaluate people with diabetes or pre-diabetes
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To find out if your insulin levels are too high or too low after meals
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To help doctors in adjusting diabetes treatment
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To detect insulin resistance
🧾 Preparation Before Test:
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Eat your regular meal.
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Blood sample is taken exactly 2 hours after finishing the meal.
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Inform your doctor about any medicines you are taking.
👉 This test is useful for people with diabetes, obesity, or metabolic problems. It helps doctors decide the right treatment plan.
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