Metabolic Syndrome Panel
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Test Code: 123638, 010108, 167015, 102525
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
Metabolic Syndrome Panel
What is Metabolic Syndrome?
- Obesity
- High blood pressure
- High fasting blood sugar
- High triglycerides
- Low HDL cholesterol
What is the cause of Metabolic Syndrome?
What are the symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome?
Not all types of metabolic syndrome cause the same symptoms. Symptoms will vary based on which risk factors the person has and how advanced their specific condition is. Common symptoms include:
- Darkened skin at the sides of the neck or armpits
- Blurred vision
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination
- Fatigue
How to test for metabolic syndrome?
- NMR Lipoprofile with Insulin Resistance: The NMR Profile measures various lipids, including total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, LDL size, and LDL particle number. It also calculates a person's Insulin Resistance, which is a strong risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
- Apolipoprotein B: Apo B is one of the main components of LDL, the "bad" cholesterol. Elevated Apo B levels are often associated with increased risk of heart disease.
- C-Peptide: C-peptide levels are linked to insulin production. Measuring C-peptide can help to see if the body is producing enough insulin.
- Hemoglobin A1c: A1C is a measure of average blood sugar levels over the past several months. Measuring HbA1C can assess a person's risk of diabetes.
Turnaround for the Metabolic Risk Panel is typically 3-5 business days.
Where can I find a Metabolic Risk test near me?
Check our lab finder to locate a collection site in your area.
Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Fasting for at least 12 hours is required.
It is recommended that someone taking Biotin (also known as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R) stop consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
This package includes:
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Hemoglobin A1C with eAG A1C
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Apolipoprotein B Apo B
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C-Peptide, Blood Connecting Peptide, Insulin C-Peptide, Proinsulin C-Peptide
- NMR LipoProfile with Insulin Resistance Markers
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