--- title: Adiponectin Test type: test id: adiponectin url: "https://www.test-well.com/tests/adiponectin" price_usd: 36.99 lab_fee_usd: 6 all_in_usd: 42.99 category: Hormones sample: Blood draw fasting_required: true results_in: "5–7 business days" labs: - Quest - Labcorp orderable: true reviewed_at: 2026-09-14 order_url: "https://www.test-well.com/cart?add=adiponectin&utm_source=ai_agent&utm_medium=markdown" --- # Adiponectin Test > Measures the fat metabolism hormone — low levels are linked to insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk, measured from a standard blood draw. At TestWell it costs $36.99 plus a $6 lab fee, requires an 8–12 hour fast, and results post in 5–7 business days. Physician-authorized with no doctor's visit or insurance needed; draw at Quest or Labcorp. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Price | $36.99 + $6 lab processing fee per order ($42.99 all-in for this test alone) | | Sample | Blood draw | | Fasting | Yes — 8–12 hours | | Results | 5–7 business days | | Labs | Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp | | Biomarkers measured | 1 | | Physician authorization | Included — no doctor's visit, referral or insurance needed | | Payment | Card, HSA or FSA; cash-pay only (no insurance billing) | ## What does the Adiponectin test tell you? Measures the fat metabolism hormone — low levels are linked to insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk. Adiponectin is a hormone secreted by fat tissue that plays a role in regulating glucose and fatty acid metabolism. Unlike most hormones produced by fat cells, adiponectin levels are inversely related to body fat — lower in obesity and higher in lean individuals. Low adiponectin is associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome. **Clinical use:** Hormone testing measures the chemical messengers that regulate energy, mood, sex drive, weight, and reproduction — helping pinpoint imbalances that cause a wide range of symptoms. ## Who should order it? Anyone with unexplained fatigue, mood changes, libido changes, weight changes, irregular cycles, or considering hormone replacement therapy. ## Biomarkers measured - [Adiponectin](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/adiponectin) ## Price by lab | Lab | Test price | All-in (with $6 fee) | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Quest Diagnostics | $36.99 | $42.99 | Choose at checkout; walk-in patient service centers nationwide (not NY/NJ) | | Labcorp | $36.99 | $42.99 | Choose at checkout; walk-in patient service centers nationwide (not NY/NJ) | Rhode Island is not served. Prices are identical online and in the lab; no draw fee or physician fee is added. ## How much does a Adiponectin test cost? A Adiponectin test costs $36.99 at TestWell — $42.99 all-in when ordered alone, because the $6 lab processing fee is charged once per order, with no draw fee or physician fee added. Ordered directly from the labs' own consumer sites, the same test lists at $90.00 at Quest Health and $149.00 at Labcorp OnDemand (list prices checked Sep 12, 2026). Hospital outpatient labs typically bill around $250.00 self-pay for the same test, and often more. With insurance, what you pay depends on your deductible and your plan's negotiated rate; TestWell's price is fixed before the draw and is HSA/FSA-eligible. | Where you order | Price | One test, all-in | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | TestWell (drawn at Quest or Labcorp) | $36.99 | $42.99 | Includes the one $6 lab processing fee, charged once per order | | Quest Health (Quest Diagnostics' own site) | $90.00 | $90.00 | [list price checked 2026-09-12](https://www.questhealth.com/product/adiponectin-fat-metabolism-test/15060M.html) | | Labcorp OnDemand (Labcorp's own site) | $149.00 | $149.00 | [list price checked 2026-09-12](https://www.ondemand.labcorp.com/lab-tests/adiponectin-test) | | Hospital outpatient lab, self-pay (typical) | $250.00 | $250.00 | Reference figure; hospital charges vary widely by facility and are often higher | Lab test codes: Quest test code 15060 · Labcorp test no. 004650. ## How do you prepare? Fasting for 8–12 hours recommended. ## Related conditions - Endocrine disorder (E34.9) - Hormonal imbalance (E34.9) ## Common questions about the Adiponectin test ### How long do Adiponectin results take? Most Adiponectin results are available in 5–7 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal. ### What sample is collected for the Adiponectin? Blood draw. Sample is collected at a Quest, Labcorp, or BioReference patient service center near you, or via at-home phlebotomy where available. ### How much does the Adiponectin cost without insurance? On TestWell, the Adiponectin is $36.99. Quest Direct lists comparable tests at $90. Walk-in hospital labs typically bill $250 or more without insurance. Insurance is not required — pay one all-in price. ### Do I need to fast before the Adiponectin? Yes — fasting for 8–12 hours recommended. Following the prep instructions gives you the most accurate result. ### Where can I get the Adiponectin done? The Adiponectin is available at Quest and Labcorp patient service centers nationwide. Order online at TestWell, pick your preferred lab, and we'll generate a digital requisition for the location closest to you. ## How to order 1. Add to cart: https://www.test-well.com/cart?add=adiponectin&utm_source=ai_agent&utm_medium=markdown 2. Create an account or sign in, confirm your state and preferred lab, pay by card, HSA or FSA. 3. A licensed physician authorizes the order (usually within minutes); the requisition arrives by email. 4. Walk into any Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp patient service center — no appointment needed at most sites. 5. 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Review policy: https://www.test-well.com/reviewers/youmna-distefano-md Canonical page: https://www.test-well.com/tests/adiponectin Machine-readable catalog: https://www.test-well.com/api/catalog.json · MCP server: https://www.test-well.com/mcp · Overview for agents: https://www.test-well.com/llms.txt Prices are cash-pay, in USD, and include physician authorization; every order adds one flat $6 lab processing fee. Educational content is not a diagnosis — discuss results with a clinician.