Growth Hormone

The Growth Hormone (GH), Serum Test measures the amount of growth hormone in the blood. GH is secreted by the pituitary gland and plays a critical role in growth, metabolism, and overall physical development.

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Available viaHome Collection
GenderMale & Female
Contains1 parameters
Earliest reports inSame Day
PreparationNo preparation needed

Overview of Growth Hormone in Kochi

About Growth Hormone (GH) Serum test  

The Growth Hormone (GH) Serum test measures the level of growth hormone in the blood. GH is essential for normal growth, metabolism, and body composition. This test helps diagnose growth disorders, such as growth hormone deficiency or excess, and can assist in evaluating pituitary gland function. It is often done alongside other hormone tests to provide a complete hormonal profile.

Who should get Growth Hormone (GH) Serum test done in Kochi?

  • Children with unexplained short stature or slow growth

  • Adults experiencing symptoms of growth hormone deficiency, such as decreased muscle mass or energy

  • Individuals showing signs of excessive growth hormone, like enlarged hands or facial features

  • Patients suspected of having pituitary gland tumors or dysfunction

  • People undergoing treatment with growth hormone to monitor therapy effectiveness

More Information about Growth Hormone (GH) Serum in Kochi

Growth hormone plays a key role in regulating metabolism, muscle and bone development, and overall body composition. Measuring its serum levels can provide insight into various metabolic and endocrine disorders. Since GH secretion fluctuates throughout the day, testing may require special timing or stimulation methods for accurate results.

Other Names :- Human Growth Hormone (hGH) Test, Serum GH Assay, Growth Hormone Level Measurement

Test included

Growth Hormone includes 1 parameter

  • Human Growth Hormone

Test code

3182

CPT and Loinc codes

Department

  • Endocrinology

Turn around time

Same Day

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 11:00 , 15:00

Performing locations

1 labs across India

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information

SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer.4 ML

Specimen stability information

Serum

Growth Hormone

₹665

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