Measuring Fasting Insulin and HOMA-IR by Age, Sex, Race/Ethnicity, BMI, and PCOS Diagnosis
Ali Chappell
Summary
The study aims to investigate the relationship between fasting insulin and Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) across various demographic factors, including age, sex, race/ethnicity, BMI, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis. By analyzing these variables, the study seeks to identify potential variations in insulin levels, which could provide valuable insights into the impact of different factors on metabolic health and the development of insulin-related conditions.
Description
This study aims to investigate the significance of measuring fasting insulin and the homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) in identifying metabolic health across various demographic and clinical factors. Specifically, the study will examine the influence of age, sex, race/ethnicity, BMI, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis on insulin levels and insulin resistance as essential indicators of metabolic dysfunction. Metabolic health disorders, such as insulin resistance and impaired glucose metabolism, are known to be associated with an increased risk of developi…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria Age: Participants aged 18+ years Sex: Both males and females Race/Ethnicity: Participants from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds BMI: Participants across a range of body mass index (BMI) values PCOS Diagnosis: Participants with and without a confirmed diagnosis of PCOS based on established diagnostic criteria Participants must have completed metabolic testing within one month prior to enrollment, including: * Fasting insulin * Hemoglobin A1c (A1c) * Complete lipid panel * Triglycerides Laboratory testing must be completed through a healthcare provider, an independent l…
Location
- Lilli HealthHouston, Texas