Abdominal or stubborn weight gain despite usual diet and activity
Strong sugar or carbohydrate cravings and post-meal energy crashes
A diagnosis of PCOS or being investigated for it
A family history of type 2 diabetes or prediabetes
Targeted Testing
Insulin Resistance Check
Fasting insulin and glucose with your HOMA-IR index, plus HbA1c for glucose context
$129one-off, no subscription
3 tests · 3 biomarkers
NATA-accredited pathology
No GP referral needed
Results in 24-72 hours
Fasting glucose shows your blood sugar at a moment in time, but fasting insulin reveals how hard your body is working to keep it there, and the two together produce HOMA-IR, the index commonly used to talk about insulin resistance. HbA1c adds your average glucose over two to three months. Together they support a more complete conversation with your health practitioner than glucose on its own.
Fast 8-12 hours before collection; water is okay; Morning appointment recommended; Avoid vigorous exercise the morning of testing; If you feel unwell during fasting, do not continue
Recent illness can transiently alter results; plan testing when well if practical; Keep the overnight fast consistent because fasting status matters most for insulin and glucose.
Health practitioners interpret fasting insulin, glucose, HbA1c, and the HOMA-IR index together with your history and clinical context. Fasting insulin and HOMA-IR are used contextually to guide a conversation and potential repeat testing, not as stand-alone decisions. Out-of-range results may prompt lifestyle review, repeat testing, or referral.
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One quick visit
Walk into one of 1,900+ NATA-accredited collection centres. A single blood draw is all it takes.
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Clear results
We translate your results into plain language in your dashboard - what each marker means, and what is in range.
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Track over time
Retest when it matters and watch your trends, so you can see what is actually changing.
Yes. You can order the Insulin Resistance Check online from Clarity Labs without a GP referral. It's $129 for 3 tests, collected at any of 1,900+ NATA-accredited centres across Australia, with results in 24-72 hours via your secure online dashboard.
The Insulin Resistance Check is $129 at Clarity Labs — a one-off price with no subscription, covering 3 tests (3 biomarkers) and collection at any of 1,900+ NATA-accredited centres nationwide.
This panel includes 3 tests measuring 3 biomarkers. Fasting glucose shows your blood sugar at a moment in time, but fasting insulin reveals how hard your body is working to keep it there, and the two together produce HOMA-IR, the index commonly used to talk about insulin resistance. HbA1c adds your average glucose over two to three months. Together they support a more complete conversation with your health practitioner than glucose on its own.
Fast 8-12 hours before collection; water is okay; Morning appointment recommended; Avoid vigorous exercise the morning of testing; If you feel unwell during fasting, do not continue
Results are typically available within 24-72 hours via your secure dashboard.
No referral is needed. Order directly and visit any of our 1,900+ collection centres at a time that suits you.
Recent illness can transiently alter results; plan testing when well if practical; Keep the overnight fast consistent because fasting status matters most for insulin and glucose.
Your results come with personalised context and next steps. We recommend discussing them with your healthcare practitioner for a complete picture.
NATA-accredited pathologyCollected through Sonic Healthcare1,900+ collection centresNo GP referral needed
This information is for general education and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results are best interpreted with a qualified healthcare practitioner in the context of your symptoms and history.
