hrp0082p3-d3-919 | Pituitary (1) | ESPE2014

Dynamic Stimulation Testing in Pediatric Endocrinology: Experience of a Pediatric Endocrine Unit in a Developing Country

Sundaram Janani , Prasad Hemchand Krishna , Murugesan Gnanabalan , Vasudevan Ravisekar , Sangaralingam Thangavelu

Background: Basal or unstimulated hormone levels frequently do not provide sufficient diagnostic information in the investigation of endocrine disorders. A range of dynamic or provocative tests are available to assess the dynamic responses of hormones and make necessary diagnoses.Objective and hypotheses: To describe the experiences with dynamic stimulation testing of a Paediatric Endocrine Unit in a developing country.Method: Retr...