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Test Details

Growth Hormone Baseline

General Info:

Description:

The Growth Hormone Baseline test measures blood levels of growth hormone (GH), often done in the morning when levels peak. Results serve as a reference for evaluating GH response to stimulation tests. Low GH may indicate deficiency, while high levels may suggest conditions like acromegaly or gigantism, aiding diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Serum / Plasma

Container Type: 

Gold (serum) or Green (plasma)

Volume: 

0.5 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

Freeze @ -20 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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