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hrp0082p2-d2-430 | Growth Hormone (1) | ESPE2014

A Reappraisal of the Cut-Off Limits of the Peak GH Response to Stimulation Tests for the Diagnosis of GH Deficiency in Children and Adolescents

Guzzetti Chiara , Ibba Anastasia , Pilia Sabrina , Beltrami Nadia , Di Iorgi Natascia , Rollo Alessandra , Radetti Giorgio , Zucchini Stefano , Maghnie Mohamed , Cappa Marco , Loche Sandro

Background: The diagnosis of GH deficiency (GHD) in children and adolescents is classically established when GH concentrations fail to reach an arbitrary cut-off level (usually 710 μg/l) after at least two provocative tests (PT).Objective and hypotheses: Aim of the study was to define optimal GH cut-offs to different PT in children and adolescent with short stature.Method: This was a retrospective study in 437 subjects w...

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A Reappraisal of the Cut-Off Limits of the Peak GH Response to Stimulation Tests for the Diagnosis of GH Deficiency in Children and Adolescents

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