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HOW DO DOCTORS KNOW/DECIDE WHETHER A PATIENT IS INSULINE DEFICIENT OR INSULIN RESISTENT OR BOTH

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HOW DO DOCTORS KNOW/DECIDE WHETHER A PATIENT IS INSULINE DEFICIENT OR INSULIN RESISTENT OR BOTH

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Ask the doctor! I perceive the fasting, PP and Random tests give an idea. I too would like to know the exact answer/test.

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Insulin resistance can be calculated. Insulin, c-peptide measurement and actual BS levels after meals can give idea about insulin deficiency.

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Never heard doctor suggesting testing for IR. The treatment is only for symptoms.

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Most inefficient doctors prescribe medicines based on FBS and PLBS,which is wrong. HBA1C is the test to determine seriousness of diabetes and then diagnose.

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