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Growth Hormone

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:GH
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
Collection & Request Instructions:

Endocrine consultation suggested.

Stimulation tests—Hypoglycaemia, Exercise
Suppression test—Glucose load

Random blood samples are of limited value in diagnosis because of variation with food, exercise and stress.

Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Aliquot
Store frozen

Samples Stable: 8 hrs at 15-25C, 1 day at 2-8C, 28 days at -20C.

Freeze only once.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:On Ice
Assay Frequency:Twice weekly