What does low growth hormone level indicate in blood test report?
Patient: Sir, My sister s son is diagnosed with Growth Harmons problem as his height growth is lower than normal. He is around 12 years of age. Test result shows following; Growth Hormone 0.045 ng/ml 0.10-8.80 INTERPRETATION:Low levels which are not able to be stimulated to a level achieved by normal subjects occur in pituitary dwarfism in children.High or normal levels cannot be suppressed are found in gigantism and acromegaly .lGF-1 is a better screening test for acromegally and gigantism. REFERENCE: Simard MF.Neurosurg Clin N Am 2003;14(1):41-54 Please advise what should we do. Thanks Ram Doctor: hello ram,sorry to hear about your sis son problem.growth harmones level alone will not help in diagnosis.he has to undergone further evaluation to rule out other endocrine problems.short stature can be due to other causes too.i would suggest you to consult an endocrinologist.he will help with further management.have a nice day