Insulin-like growth factor 1
Background:
Investigation of pituitary dysfunction and assessment/monitoring of patients with growth hormone disorders.
Age and sex specific reference ranges are provided.
IGF-1 testing is performed in the local lab on Wednesdays only.
Other Comments:
For more information, please see the following: IGF-1 - Lab Tests Online
See also: Growth hormone, Cortisol
About This Test
Department: Biochemistry
Requirement:
- Gel/clotted (yellow/red top)
Add-on requests are accepted up to 72 hours post sampling
Turnaround Time:
2 weeks