KenDBerryMD on Nostr: Every adult should have their fasting Insulin level checked. If your doc doesn't know ...
Every adult should have their fasting Insulin level checked.
If your doc doesn't know what that is, tell her/him it's CPT code 83525...
If your doc asks why you want it, say
"A fasting insulin test is crucial for assessing insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. It provides early insight into metabolic health, often before glucose levels are affected, enabling proactive interventions to prevent chronic diseases and improve long-term health outcomes."
If your doc doesn't know what that is, tell her/him it's CPT code 83525...
If your doc asks why you want it, say
"A fasting insulin test is crucial for assessing insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. It provides early insight into metabolic health, often before glucose levels are affected, enabling proactive interventions to prevent chronic diseases and improve long-term health outcomes."