Biochemistry
| Full details for "Insulin-like Growth Factor-1". | |
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Name |
Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 |
Alternative name/Profile |
IGF-1 |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
This is used in the diagnosis and management of growth hormone deficiency, and excess i.e. acromegaly. It may also be checked in suspected hypo-and hyperpituitarism. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Weekly - Thursday |
Turnaround time |
20 working days |
Availability |
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Notes |
Transport to the laboratory on ice. External users: Samples which have been centrifuged and separated, should be frozen as soon as possible and sent to the laboratory frozen. External users subject to service level aggreement. Contact laboratory for futher information. |
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Reference range |
Varies significantly with age and gender. |
Last updated |
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:08:49 IST |