Random GH samples cannot be used to diagnose GH disorders. Please contact the laboratory for protocols for dynamic studies for either GH deficiency or acromegaly/gigantism. GH is calibrated against WHO NIBSC IS 98/574. Conversion factor: miu/L = 3 x ug/L
Tube
01 (SE) – Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0061
Additional information
Turn around
A&E: N/A
Day Case: N/A
In-Patient: N/A
Out-Patient: 168 Hours
GP: N/A
Send to
Blood Sciences LGI
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Samples for GH should be collected following an overnight fast, and 30 min rest. Instructions for lab staff: Centrifuge, separate and freeze serum. Consult a BMS if the sample is older than 24h. Minimum volume 500 uL serum. If sending from an external Trust, please send samples on dry ice.
Sample REQ
Blood
Ref. Range Notes
Units
ug/L