Private Insulin Test London

Measure fasting insulin levels to assess insulin resistance - often present years before diabetes develops.

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CQC Registered Clinic
South Kensington
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020 7183 2362
Blood Test

Fasting Insulin Resistance Index - HOMA IR

£98

Test fee £98 + £50 phlebotomy fee (per visit)

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  • Professional phlebotomy service
  • Confidential results portal
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Insulin Test – Private Testing in London

The Insulin Test is available at South Kensington Medical and Dental, our CQC-registered clinic in South Kensington, London SW7. This test is priced at £68. A £50 phlebotomy fee applies per visit for blood collection. It requires a venous blood sample, and results are typically available within 1 day.

Insulin is the key hormone produced by the pancreatic beta cells that enables glucose uptake by cells. It is central to blood sugar regulation and metabolic health.

Who Should Consider the Insulin Test?

Individuals being investigated for insulin resistance, PCOS, or metabolic syndrome. Those with unexplained hypoglycaemia. Patients being assessed for suspected insulinoma or beta-cell dysfunction.

Fasting insulin alongside fasting glucose allows calculation of the HOMA-IR index (a measure of insulin resistance). A fasting period of 8-12 hours is required.

A trained nurse collects the blood sample by standard venepuncture, a straightforward procedure that typically takes around five minutes. Our clinic is on Old Brompton Road, directly opposite South Kensington tube station (Piccadilly, Circle, and District lines). No GP referral is needed — book online or call 020 7183 2362.

Detect Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance precedes type 2 diabetes and can be reversed with lifestyle changes.

  • Insulin resistance detection
  • Pre-diabetes assessment
  • PCOS investigation
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Weight management
  • Cardiovascular risk

How It Works

1

Book Online

Choose a convenient date and time

2

Visit Our Clinic

20 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington

3

Quick Blood Draw

Professional phlebotomy, 5 minutes

4

Get Results

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this blood test

Yes, fasting for 8-12 hours is essential for accurate insulin levels.

Visit Our London Clinic

Central London location with excellent transport links

Address

South Kensington Medical & Dental

20 Old Brompton Road

South Kensington

London SW7 3DL

Getting Here

  • 2-minute walk from South Kensington tube
  • Circle, District & Piccadilly lines

Opening Hours

  • Monday, Wednesday9am - 6pm
  • Tuesday, Thursday9am - 8pm
  • Friday8am - 5pm
  • Saturday10am - 4pm
  • Sunday10am - 4pm

Contact

020 7183 2362

southken@md.co.uk

Ready to Book Your Test?

No GP referral needed. Book online and get tested at our South Kensington clinic. Results within 1 day".

020 7183 2362

Meet Our Medical Team

Our experienced medical team is fully qualified and registered with the GMC and NMC, delivering safe, high-quality care in line with the highest professional standards.
Because our patients deserve nothing less.

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At South Kensington Medical & Dental, we are fully registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and our clinicians are registered with the relevant UK regulatory bodies, including the GDC and GMC. Our dentists, dental nurses and medical professionals deliver care that meets the highest clinical, safety and ethical standards, because our patients deserve nothing less.

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