Insulin Like Growth Factor-1(IGF-1)

Measuring IGF-1 is useful in several growth-related disorders. Dwarfism caused by deficiency of growth hormone (Hypopituitarism) results in decreased serum levels of IGF-1, while acromegaly (growth hormone excess) results in elevated levels of IGF-1. IGF-1 measurements are also helpful in assessing nutritional status; levels are reduced in undernutrition and restored with a proper diet

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Biochemistry Single Test

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Measuring IGF-1 is useful in several growth-related disorders. Dwarfism caused by deficiency of growth hormone (Hypopituitarism) results in decreased serum levels of IGF-1, while acromegaly (growth hormone excess) results in elevated levels of IGF-1. IGF-1 measurements are also helpful in assessing nutritional status; levels are reduced in undernutrition and restored with a proper diet

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