To assess insulin resistance in PCOS, specific labs include fasting blood sugar, fasting insulin, and the insulin assay. HOMA-IR can be calculated using fasting glucose and insulin to measure resistance. Elevated fasting blood sugar and fasting insulin levels suggest poor glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
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Labwork and Interpretation 3: Insulin Resistance
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