ESPE Abstracts

Background: Loss-of-function of immunoglobulin superfamily, member 1 (IGSF1) causes an x-linked syndrome of central hypothyroidism, macroorchidism, delayed pubertal testosterone rise, variable prolactin deficiency, and variable partial growth hormone deficiency in childhood. The clinical features and gene expression pattern suggest a pivotal role for IGSF1 in the pituitary, but detailed knowledge on pituitary hormone secretion in this syndrome is lacking.<p class=...