C-peptide (protein) level

Procedure Information

What is a C-Peptide Level?

C-Peptide is a protein that is produced when insulin is made in the body. It is released into the bloodstream in equal amounts to insulin, and is therefore measured to assess the amount of insulin being produced.

Why Would I Get a C-Peptide Level?

The C-Peptide test is used to diagnose and monitor many medical conditions, such as diabetes and pancreatic cancer. It is also used to assess pancreatic islet cell function and to evaluate how the body is responding to insulin replacement therapy.

What Happens During a C-Peptide Level?

During this procedure, a sample of your blood will be taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis. A laboratory technician will measure the level of C-Peptide proteins in the sample.

What to Expect After a C-Peptide Level?

Your doctor will interpret the results of the C-Peptide level, and will use them to make a diagnosis or to adjust treatment as needed.

Conclusion

The C-Peptide level is a medical procedure that is used to measure the amount of insulin that the body is producing. This can help doctors to diagnose, monitor, and treat medical conditions such as diabetes and pancreatic cancer. After the blood is collected, the laboratory technician will measure the C-Peptide proteins in the sample. The results of the C-Peptide level will be interpreted by the doctor and used to make a diagnosis or adjust treatment as necessary.