Growth Hormone Level Test for Acromegaly
The growth hormone level test is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Acromegaly. Learn what it measures, how to prepare, and what results can tell a provider. Educational content only - not a diagnosis.
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- Sample type
- Blood
- Typical turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Preparation
- Follow the lab's instructions.
Why the growth hormone level test may be ordered for Acromegaly
This blood test measures levels of Growth Hormon (GH, human growth hormone). It is used to determine growth hormone deficiency or overproduction.
When evaluating Acromegaly, a healthcare provider may order the growth hormone level test alongside other tests based on your symptoms, history, and physical exam. Test selection and result interpretation are clinical decisions made by a qualified professional.
Symptoms associated with Acromegaly
Acne
A skin condition in which there is an increase in sebum secretion by the pilosebaceous apparatus associated wi...
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Asthenia
A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Excessive daytime somnolence
A state of abnormally strong desire for sleep during the daytime....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Joint swelling
Information about Joint swelling....
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by episodic attacks of headache and associated sympt...
Other tests used to investigate Acromegaly
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the growth hormone level test used to investigate Acromegaly?
Yes - the growth hormone level test is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating Acromegaly. This blood test measures levels of Growth Hormon (GH, human growth hormone). It is used to determine growth hormone deficiency or overproduction. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
How should I prepare for the growth hormone level test?
Follow the lab's instructions.
How long does the growth hormone level test take?
Results for the growth hormone level test are typically available within 1-3 business days depending on the laboratory.
Does this website interpret my growth hormone level test result?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not interpret laboratory results. Discuss all results with a qualified healthcare provider.