Fasting insulin in Taiwan
胰島素
Insulin resistance.
About this test
A blood test that measures insulin, the hormone that moves sugar from the blood into the body's cells. The blood sample is drawn from a vein after the person has fasted.
It shows how much insulin the body makes while fasting. A higher level can point to insulin resistance, when cells respond poorly to insulin, and helps a doctor assess blood sugar balance.
How much does Fasting insulin cost in Taiwan?
In Taiwan, Fasting insulin is listed on its own from US$4, typically US$8 at 2 hospitals.
Price on its own
From US$4; typical US$8 across 2 hospitals.
| Hospital | City | As listed | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei City Hospital | Taipei | Insulin (immunoassay) | US$4 NT$120 | Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-20 |
| Good Liver Health Management Center | Taipei | Insulin and insulin resistance index (HOMA-IR) | US$12 NT$370 | Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-22 |
Packages that include it
| Package | Hospital | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Vitality Health Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$156 NT$5,000 |
| Happy Life Health Check-up - Budget-Friendly Plan | China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital Health Management Center, Hsinchu | US$187 NT$6,000 |
| Happy Life Health Check-up - Elite Guardian Plan | China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital Health Management Center, Hsinchu | US$280 NT$9,000 |
| Personalized Checkup for Age 18-39 — Basic Package (Mandatory Base) | Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center, Taipei | US$299 NT$9,600 |
| Cancer Screening (Afternoon) Plan - Basic | China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital Health Management Center, Hsinchu | US$312 NT$10,000 |
| Lung CT Checkup | Landseed International Hospital Health Management Center, Taoyuan | US$312 NT$10,000 |
| Cardiovascular Disease Screening | Taiwan Adventist Hospital Health Management Center, Taipei | US$312 NT$10,000 |
| Personalized Checkup for Age 40+ — Basic Package (Mandatory Base) | Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center, Taipei | US$349 NT$11,200 |
Before this test
This is general information about how the exam is usually done, not medical advice for you or your family member. Requirements vary by center and by individual health history — always follow the center's own instructions and your own doctor's guidance, especially for any medicine change.
Usually needs 8 to 12 hours of fasting (no food or drink except plain water) beforehand.
Mention when booking: Mention biotin (vitamin B7) supplements, usually paused for at least a day before this test, and any diabetes medicine; ask the prescribing doctor before changing any medicine.
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