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Insulin AntibodyType I & II Diabetes Serum Test
₹ 2,650
Insulin AntibodyType I & II Diabetes Serum Test
₹ 2,650
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Insulin AntibodyType I & II Diabetes Serum Test

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Insulin Antibody, Serum
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Insulin Antibodies are a type of protein produced by the immune system in response to insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels in the body, and insulin antibodies can interfere with insulin's ability to do its job, leading to diabetes.

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IA2 Insulin Autoantibodies serum

 

Written by: Supriya Kulkarni, Lead-Content & Training

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Insulin antibody type I & II diabetes serum test is done for the following reasons:

  • To diagnose Type 1 diabetes: Insulin antibodies are commonly found in people with Type 1 diabetes, and testing for these antibodies can help diagnose the condition.
  • To differentiate Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes: The presence of insulin antibodies is more commonly associated with Type 1 diabetes, while it is less common in people with Type 2 diabetes. Testing for insulin antibodies can help differentiate between the two types of diabetes.
  • To monitor insulin therapy: In people with Type 1 diabetes or advanced Type 2 diabetes, insulin therapy is often required to manage blood sugar levels. Insulin antibodies can interfere with the effectiveness of insulin therapy, and testing for these antibodies can help monitor the therapy's efficacy.
  • To assess risk of developing diabetes: In some cases, the presence of insulin antibodies can indicate an increased risk of developing diabetes, particularly Type 1 diabetes. Testing for insulin antibodies can help identify individuals who are at higher risk of developing the condition and guide preventative measures.

 

The Insulin Antibody Type I & II Diabetes Serum test measures the presence and level of insulin antibodies in the blood. Specifically, it detects and measures the presence of antibodies that are directed against insulin or insulin receptor.

If the results of the Insulin Antibody Type I & II Diabetes Serum test are abnormal, it may indicate a number of different conditions or issues, including type 1 diabetes, insulin resistance, impaired insulin therapy, increased risk of developing diabetes or other autoimmune disorders.

 

The test involves drawing a small amount of blood from a vein in your arm. A healthcare professional will clean the area with an antiseptic, wrap an elastic band around your upper arm to make the veins more visible, and insert a needle into a vein to collect the blood sample. You may feel a brief prick or stinging sensation when the needle is inserted, but the procedure is generally painless

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