Insulin (Partnership)
About This Test
Insulin is the hormone that moves sugar from your blood into your cells for energy. Measuring insulin helps reveal how hard your pancreas is working and whether your body is becoming “insulin-resistant,” a key driver of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Doctors often interpret insulin together with glucose (same blood draw) to estimate insulin resistance (e.g., HOMA-IR). This test is commonly included in metabolic check-ups to guide early lifestyle or treatment decisions.
Patient Preparation
Fasting for 10 hours before the test, water only, subject to doctor instructions
Best Time to Test
Morning
Tests Included
Insulin
Why is it done
Evaluation of suspected insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome (weight gain around the waist, elevated BP, abnormal lipids); assessment of PCOS and irregular cycles; clarification of hypoglycemia symptoms; monitoring response to diet, exercise, or medications that affect insulin and glucose control.
Home Sample Collection and Laboratory Analysis (Metro Manila, Philippines)
This is a laboratory test order with home sample collection and laboratory analysis. A licensed medical technologist visits your address in Metro Manila to collect the required sample using sterile, single-use collection materials. The specimen is then transported for processing at a partner laboratory, and the laboratory report is sent to your email once released.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer home service in Metro Manila?
Yes. Klaro Health offers home sample collection across Metro Manila with free home visit for orders over ₱1,800, only ₱299 otherwise.
A licensed medical technologist visits your address at an agreed time to collect the required samples.
How do I book at home blood tests?
Choose your tests or package, add to cart, fill in patient details, select preferred time slot and pay online to book online in minutes. Next-day scheduling is usually available.
Do I need a doctor’s request?
If you have a lab order, you can also use our Upload Lab Request option and we’ll help you match and price the tests. You can place an order also without a lab request.
When will I receive my results?
Your sample is processed by a partner laboratory. Once released, the laboratory report is sent to your email. Results are released the next day for most tests.
Is fasting required?
It depends on the test. If fasting is needed, it will be stated on the product page under Patient Preparation.
Where do you offer at home blood testing?
We offer home service blood testing in Metro Manila, including Taguig (BGC), Makati, Quezon City, Manila, Pasig, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Marikina, Pasay, Parañaque, Las Piñas, Muntinlupa (Alabang), Caloocan, Valenzuela, Malabon, and Navotas.