HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance)
HOMA-IR (Homeostatic Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance) is a method to quantify insulin resistance. Calculated from fasting glucose and fasting insulin levels.
Category: Diabetes & Glycemic
Also known as: insulinska rezistencija-homa
Reference range: 0–2 ratio (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: ratio
High values may indicate
Elevated HOMA-IR indicates insulin resistance, associated with type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular risk.
Low values may indicate
Normal HOMA-IR suggests adequate insulin sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) level?
- A typical reference range for HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) is 0–2 ratio (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) measured in?
- HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) is most commonly reported in ratio. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
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