Results of linear trend test show significant difference in means of HOMA index, BMI, WC, HC, blood pressure, percentage of all MS components, and insulin level (all the above having P < 0.001), but no statistical difference in family history of type 2 diabetes, HbA1C, and dose of metformin and gliclazide taken among the three groups. Here, INS is linked to type 2 diabetes mellitus.