What do the results mean?If your insulin levels were too high, it may mean you have:Type 2 diabetesInsulin resistanceHypoglycemiaCushing's syndrome, a disorder of the adrenal glands. Adrenal glands make hormones that help the body break down fat and protein.An insulinoma (pancreatic tumor)If insulin levels were too low, it may mean you have:Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)Type 1 diabetesPancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreasIf you have questions about your results, talk to your health care provider.Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.
