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 agreement. Contact laboratory for further information. |
Related links |
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Reference range |
Varies significantly with age and gender. For a full list of reference ranges see IGF-1 age related limits under Useful resources on the Biochemistry web page |
Last updated |
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:45:10 IST |