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View details HGH (Human Growth Hormone) Test
HGH Test helps to diagnose Growth Hormone (Gh) Deficiency or less commonly excessive growth hormone.
Human Growth Hormone (hgh) Test Info & Procedure
Group NameMETABOLIC
FastingFasting not required
Sample TypeSERUM
Sample CollectionHome sample collection
ReportsMost reports: 24–48 hours after the sample reaches the lab; timing varies by test.
Report typeDigital report
Human Growth Hormone (hgh) Test Visual Guide
Measures growth hormone level, a pulsatile hormone used in selected endocrine reviews.
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ResultReported in ng/mL.
What it showsPulsatile hormone level.
SampleSerum. No fasting required.
Common useGrowth hormone review.
How HGH Works
- Pituitary releases GHReleased in pulses
- Single level checkedRandom value is limited
- Dynamic testingOften needed for diagnosis
Typical result context
| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Random GH | hard to interpret |
| Low/high | dynamic context |
| IGF-1 | stable companion marker |
Growth hormone is pulsatile; dynamic tests and IGF-1 often add more value.
Why it may be advised
- Growth disorder work-up
- Pituitary hormone review
- Acromegaly/deficiency context
When to discuss it
- Doctor-advised pituitary review
- Growth concern
- Acromegaly symptom context
Often reviewed with
- IGF-1
- Glucose
- Pituitary hormone panel
Simple Testing Flow
- BookSelect HGH test online
- Home VisitCollection executive arrives
- SampleSample collected as instructed
- Lab ReportProcessed and shared digitally
Follow timing
- Follow lab/doctor timing
- Share exercise/fasting instructions
May affect result
- Pulsatile release
- Exercise/stress
- Random timing
Pulsatile marker
- Single result has limits
- Stimulation/suppression tests may be needed
About the Test
Human Growth Hormone (hgh) is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Blood (Serum) sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 525 against an MRP of Rs. 605, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Human Growth Hormone (hgh) Sample report & Ranges
Our labs work 365 days / 24 x 7 to ensure your Human Growth Hormone (hgh) samples reach us the same night, before midnight. We are equipped with (MUT) - India's first preanalytical barcoded vial sorter, Sample Sorter & Aptio (Siemens).
Our IT-enabled barcoded bi-directional operating systems & world-class air logistics process your blood samples within the specified time with the utmost accuracy. Once your specimen for Human Growth Hormone (hgh) is collected by our phlebotomist, Your reports will be sent to your email id within 24 to 48 hours. For hard copy requests, the reports would be delivered in 3 to 5 days. You will be informed via SMS & email once we process your report.
- Conducted at : Thyrocare Labs
- Lab Accreditation : CAP, NABL, ICMR, NGSP, ISO
- Technology : C.L.I.A
- Supervision : Dr Shruti Mehta MD(Path)
- Results : Highly Specific
What are the benefits of a Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Blood test?
Human Growth Hormone is released by the pituitary gland which aids in the proper growth in children as well as maintaining a proper body structure and metabolism in all adults. The hormone, also known as Somatotropin, is not only responsible for the growth of the body but also for keeping a check on other vital metabolisms like blood sugar, blood pressure, heart rate, and many more.
The growth hormone never stops working once the children have reached their growth limit. The focus is then shifted from the muscles and bones to the other vital signs such as blood glucose levels and release of a proper amount of insulin which helps to maintain the blood sugar and carbohydrate levels of the body for the proper functioning of an adult. The pituitary gland never stops releasing the growth hormone, therefore, once the growth is stopped, the hormone also maintains muscle mass and bone health for the proper functioning of the human body.
Keeping a proper check on the limited amount of growth hormone is very important. Since growth hormone is responsible for maintaining other parts and functions of the human body, if not maintained, can have an adverse effect. An adult may experience an increase in body fat, low energy rate and weak heart. High blood sugar levels can lead to a risk of heart deficiencies or kidney failure. Other issues that many arise are improper menstrual cycle in females, abnormally large facial features, erectile dysfunction in men, and other hormonal issues. In children, it can lead to improper development of muscles and bones, not hitting puberty at the right time, delayed hair growth and less changes in the development of face and body with age. High growth hormone can also lead to abnormal heights, development of deep voice in young males, or even obesity.
Therefore, with all of the concerns listed above, it is very important to keep a proper count of growth hormones in children as well as in adults. The Human Growth Hormone Test helps to understand if the body is producing an adequate amount of growth hormone and how well is it affecting the human body. The normal test includes IGF-1 test which tests the IGF-1 hormone which maintains the growth hormone in the body. In case of abnormalities, IGBP-3 test may be done.
Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Reference Guide
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
General Educational Range (Not a Report Range)
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Reference range | Pulsatile and lab specific | Random GH can be hard to interpret. |
| High GH context | May support acromegaly/gigantism workup with IGF-1. | |
| Low GH context | May require stimulation testing | Single low random value is often not enough. |
Why This Test Is Ordered
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Growth hormone review | Checks pituitary growth hormone. |
| Acromegaly support | Used with IGF-1 and suppression testing. |
| Growth deficiency review | Used in specialist endocrine workups. |
Symptoms And Who Should Test
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Adults | Enlarged hands/feet, coarse features, sweating, headaches, joint pain. |
| Children | Poor growth or unusually rapid growth depending on context. |
| Follow-up users | People under endocrinology review. |
Preparation And Interpretation Notes
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Fasting/timing | Protocol matters; follow lab or doctor instruction. |
| Pulsatile hormone | Random value has limits. |
| Interpretation | Read with IGF-1 and dynamic testing when advised. |
Sources:
MedlinePlus Growth Hormone Tests
Service available in Cities
Home sample collection for Human Growth Hormone (hgh) is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
Bangalore Chennai Delhi Hyderabad Kolkata Mumbai Pune Ahmedabad Jaipur Lucknow Coimbatore Chandigarh Agartala Agra Ahmednagar Ajmer Akola Aligarh Allahabad Alwar Ambala Amravati Amritsar Anand Araria Aurangabad Bahraich Ballia Banda Bardhaman Bareilly Basti Beed Begusarai Bhagalpur Bhilwara Bhiwani Bhopal Bhubaneswar Bidar Bikaner Birbhum Bulandshahr Cachar Chandrapur Chittoor Cuttack Dakshina Kannada Darbhanga Darjeeling Datia Dehradun Deoghar Deoria Dewas Dhanbad Dharmapuri Dhule Durg East Champaran East Godavari East Singhbhum Erode Etah Faizabad Faridabad Gandhinagar Ganjam Gaya Ghaziabad Ghazipur Godda Gonda Gorakhpur Guntur Gurdaspur Gurgaon Guwahati Gwalior Haridwar Hathras Hazaribagh Hisar Hooghly Hoshangabad Howrah Indore Jabalpur Jajpur Jalandhar Jalgaon Jalna Jammu Jamnagar Jamshedpur Jamui Jaunpur Jhajjar Jhansi Jharsuguda Jodhpur Kadapa Kalaburagi Kamrup Kanchipuram Kanpur Kanyakumari Karimnagar Karnal Katihar Katni Kendujhar Khammam Kheda Kishanganj Kochi Koderma Kolhapur Koraput Kota Kozhikode Krishna Krishnagiri Kurnool Latur Ludhiana Madhubani Madurai Mandla Mangalore Mathura Mayurbhanj Medak Medinipur Meerut Mohali Moradabad Munger Muzaffarnagar Muzaffarpur Mysore Nagpur Nainital Nalanda Nalgonda Namakkal Nanded Narsinghpur Nashik Navi Mumbai Nellore Nizamabad Noida North 24 Parganas North Dinajpur Palghar Panchkula Panipat Patiala Patna Pedakurapadu Peddapalli Pondicherry Prakasam Pratapgarh Puri Purnia Raebareli Raigarh Raipur Raisen Rajahmundry Rajkot Rajnandgaon Ranchi Rangareddy Ratlam Ratnagiri Rewa Rohtak Sagar Saharanpur Saharsa Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar Salem Sambalpur Sangareddy Saran Satara Secunderabad Seraikelakharsawan Sibsagar Siddipet Sitamarhi Solapur Sonbhadra South 24 Parganas Srinagar Sultanpur Sundargarh Surat Surguja Thane Thanjavur Thiruvananthapuram
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Human Growth Hormone (hgh) Test Price
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