Insulin-Like Growth Factor I (IGF-1) LC/MS

Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) is a critical component of the body's growth and development system. As a key growth hormone, IGF-1 mediates the anabolic and linear growth-promoting effects of pituitary Growth Hormone (GH). This test is routinely used to detect and monitor GH disorders, particularly GH deficiency in children which can lead to slow growth and shorter stature. Understanding your IGF-1 levels provides essential insights into your body's hormone balance and how it's regulating growth processes. By checking your IGF-1 status, you gain valuable information necessary for addressing potential hormone imbalances or growth concerns.