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Also reported in: pmol/L, mU/L
Your fasting insulin is within the standard laboratory reference range. The lower end of this range (6–10 mcIU/mL) reflects good insulin sensitivity, while the upper end (15–20) begins to suggest early insulin resistance.
Very low fasting insulin means the pancreatic beta cells are producing almost no insulin. Without insulin, glucose cannot enter cells, causing diabetic ketoacidosis in Type 1 diabetes. Combined with high glucose, this is a medical emergency.
Seek emergency medical care if blood glucose is elevated. This is a potential DKA emergency. Insulin therapy is immediately life-saving.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — very low (ref: optimal 2–6)Very low fasting insulin combined with normal glucose is actually a sign of excellent insulin sensitivity — your cells respond to tiny amounts of insulin efficiently. However, combined with elevated glucose, it suggests insulin deficiency (Type 1 diabetes or late Type 2).
If glucose is normal: excellent result. If glucose is elevated: see your doctor for Type 1 workup (GAD65 antibodies, C-peptide).
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — very lowLow-normal fasting insulin with normal glucose reflects good insulin sensitivity. The pancreas is not working overtime to manage blood sugar.
Favorable result. No action needed.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — borderline lowYour fasting insulin is within the standard laboratory reference range. The lower end of this range (6–10 mcIU/mL) reflects good insulin sensitivity, while the upper end (15–20) begins to suggest early insulin resistance.
Evaluate in context of fasting glucose and HbA1c (a 3-month average of your blood sugar). If in the lower half, great. If upper half, consider lifestyle optimization.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — normal range (6–20 mcIU/mL)Fasting insulin below 6 mcIU/mL is the optimal range associated with peak insulin sensitivity and metabolic health. Your pancreas is producing minimal insulin to maintain normal blood sugar — a hallmark of excellent metabolic function.
Excellent result. Continue the habits that achieve this: whole food diet, regular exercise, quality sleep, and stress management.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — optimal (2–6 mcIU/mL)A borderline high fasting insulin means the pancreas is working harder than it should to keep blood sugar normal — a sign that cells are becoming resistant to insulin's signal. This is the pre-prediabetes stage and can exist for years before glucose rises.
Reduce refined carbohydrates and added sugars. Begin or increase regular exercise. Address excess weight if present. Calculate HOMA-IR (a score that estimates insulin resistance). Retest in 3–6 months.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — borderline high (10–20 mcIU/mL)Fasting insulin above 20 mcIU/mL is consistent with insulin resistance — the pancreas is producing large amounts of insulin just to maintain normal blood sugar. This is strongly associated with metabolic syndrome, abdominal obesity, PCOS, fatty liver disease, and noticeably elevated risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
See your doctor for comprehensive metabolic evaluation. Aggressive lifestyle intervention is needed: very low refined carbohydrate diet, daily exercise (aerobic and resistance), sleep improvement, and possibly metformin or other insulin sensitizers.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — above reference range (>20 mcIU/mL — insulin resistance)Very high fasting insulin indicates either very large insulin resistance (noticeable metabolic syndrome, obesity, or PCOS) or an insulinoma — a rare pancreatic tumor that secretes insulin continuously. Insulinoma may contribute to recurrent hypoglycemia despite high insulin levels.
Seek urgent medical evaluation. If hypoglycemic episodes occur, insulinoma workup (72-hour fast, pancreatic imaging) is needed urgently. Otherwise, aggressive metabolic syndrome treatment is indicated.
Fasting Insulin: {{value}} {{unit}} — very high (>50 mcIU/mL)Upload your lab report and get your actual values interpreted in plain English — instantly, with no medical training required.